Job summary Royal Marsden Hospital requires a part time Ward Host for Catering department serving food and beverages to private patients, staff and visitors. Experience in similar role preferred. Main duties of the job The key roles preparation of raw and cooked food, picking and packing of cook chill food, sandwiches and salad items for patients and restaurant. To undertake cleaning duties which are appropriate with the post and to assist the kitchen team with the patient, and staff meal service. About us The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Day-care Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £28,166 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 282-F236 Job locations The Royal Marsden Sutton Downs Road Sutton SM2 5PT Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification : To be responsible for their own work including all aspects of the technical work, equipment and quality system. Liaise on a daily basis with the patients and family members regarding meal preferences and appetite, taking into account any cultural and religious choices. Organisation of daily duties to meet the service demands Ensure that patients have filled in their menu selections, helping where necessary. Collating of information off the menu orders and giving this information to the Head Chef and Patient Services Manager, admin team. Assist in picking and packing of cook chill food for patients. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification : To be responsible for their own work including all aspects of the technical work, equipment and quality system. Liaise on a daily basis with the patients and family members regarding meal preferences and appetite, taking into account any cultural and religious choices. Organisation of daily duties to meet the service demands Ensure that patients have filled in their menu selections, helping where necessary. Collating of information off the menu orders and giving this information to the Head Chef and Patient Services Manager, admin team. Assist in picking and packing of cook chill food for patients. Person Specification Experience Essential A levels, including a science subject Willing to undergo relevant training A recognised qualification in Maths & English Experience of working within catering Experience & knowledge of duties required to support senior staff gained by experience in a similar role Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures Awareness that role involves handling of patient/visitors meals and willingness to be trained in this area Desirable BSc degree in Biological Science Person Specification Experience Essential A levels, including a science subject Willing to undergo relevant training A recognised qualification in Maths & English Experience of working within catering Experience & knowledge of duties required to support senior staff gained by experience in a similar role Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures Awareness that role involves handling of patient/visitors meals and willingness to be trained in this area Desirable BSc degree in Biological Science Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Marsden Sutton Downs Road Sutton SM2 5PT Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)