Ward Host

Sodexo France; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Oxford is looking for a Ward Host to assist in delivering meals and ensuring positive patient experiences at Nuffield The Manor Hospital. You will help set up and serve meals, maintain cleanliness, and bring a friendly attitude to enhance the dining experience. This role promises competitive pay and a supportive team atmosphere, along with various benefits to promote wellbeing and personal development. Join now and make a meaningful impact daily!

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan and life insurance

Full training and protective uniform

Flexible working

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Basic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness.
• Ability to stay active and on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and serving of hot and cold meals.
• Follow recipes and product instructions to ensure meal quality.
• Clean and sanitise workstations and equipment.
• Break down and tidy up food service areas after meal periods.

Skills

Passion for great food

Friendly attitude

Professionalism

Ability to stay active

Job description

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5 hours per week / 5 days in 7 / 7am-3pm, 11am-7pm or 1pm-9pm
• £12.31 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• One free meal and drink on shift
• Location is Nuffield The Manor Hospital, Oxford

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Job Introduction

Help Serve More Than Just Food—Serve Comfort, Care, and a Smile.

As a Ward Host at Nuffield The Manor Hospital Oxford, you’ll play an important role in delivering delicious meals and a positive experience to patients, staff, and visitors. Your cheerful attitude and friendly interactions can brighten someone’s day and bring comfort during challenging times.

At Sodexo, we believe food has the power to heal and uplift—and so do the people who serve it. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with the setup and serving of hot and cold meals
• Follow recipes and product instructions to ensure meal quality
• Clean and sanitise workstations and equipment
• Break down and tidy up food service areas after meal periods

What You Bring:

• A passion for great food and making a difference
• A friendly, respectful, and professional attitude
• Basic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness
• The ability to stay active and on your feet for extended periods

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.