Ward Host | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Ward Host to support meal service for patients. This full-time role demands a positive, can-do attitude and flexibility in shift patterns, ensuring excellent service in a busy hospital environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care. Join a friendly team and enjoy benefits like ongoing training and NHS staff discounts.

Benefits

Access to NHS staff benefits, including pension and staff discounts

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing excellent service.
• Ability to pass a basic Maths and English assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and delivery of meals to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of food service areas.
• Foster a positive atmosphere through friendly interaction.

Skills

Positive, can-do attitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a hospital environment

Flexibility with shift patterns

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety qualification or studying towards

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Ward Host – Making Every Meal Matter
Hours: Full‑time – 37.5 hours per week (5 out of 7 days, rota basis)
Shifts: Morning and Evening shifts (flexibility required)
Location: Frimley Park Hospital

Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation and delivery of meals and beverages to patients on the ward
• Offering a kind and attentive service, ensuring patient dietary needs and preferences are met
• Keeping food service areas clean and compliant with hygiene and safety standards
• Helping to maintain a cheerful, positive atmosphere on the ward through friendly interaction
• Ensuring accurate documentation and reporting of food service as needed
• Working independently and as part of a team to meet daily service demands

Qualifications

• Positive, can‑do attitude with a commitment to providing excellent service
• Friendly and approachable with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in a busy hospital environment
• Flexible with shift patterns – mornings or evenings on a rota basis
• Desirable: Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety qualification or studying towards
• Ability to pass a basic Maths and English assessment as part of the recruitment process

Benefits

• Be part of a friendly, inclusive, and supportive team
• Play a key role in improving the patient experience
• Access to NHS staff benefits, including pension and staff discounts
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Why Work With Us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer. We provide first‑class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, can‑do attitude with a commitment to providing excellent service
• Friendly and approachable with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in a busy hospital environment
• Flexible with shift patterns – mornings or evenings on a rota basis
• Desirable: Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety qualification or studying towards
• Ability to pass a basic Maths and English assessment as part of the recruitment process

Apply Now

Apply now and help us deliver care through compassion—one meal at a time. This advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025.