{"id":2658,"date":"2026-04-25T15:02:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T14:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kims.org.uk\/careers\/vacancy\/ward-host-3295\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T16:02:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T15:02:04","slug":"ward-host-3295","status":"publish","type":"vacancy","link":"https:\/\/kims.org.uk\/careers\/vacancy\/ward-host-3295\/","title":{"rendered":"Ward Host"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Ward Host | KIMS Hospital Maidstone<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>35 Hours Per Week | &pound;23,132.20 Per Annum (this is the equivalent to a full time salary of &pound;26,436.80)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Join Our Guest Services Team at KIMS Hospital<\/b><\/p>\n<p>KIMS Hospital, Maidstone, is Kent&rsquo;s largest independent hospital, dedicated to providing exceptional care. We are looking for a compassionate and customer-focused <b>Ward Host<\/b> to enhance the patient experience in our Guest Services Team.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Your Role<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>As a Ward Host, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and comfortable environment for our patients. You will support meal service, assist with dietary requirements, and ensure patients feel cared for throughout their stay.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Key Responsibilities<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide menus, take meal orders, and assist with dietary and allergen-related queries.<\/li>\n<li>Work closely with ward and catering staff to prepare and deliver meals and beverages.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain high food hygiene standards and adhere to safety guidelines.<\/li>\n<li>Record food temperatures and follow food safety procedures.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with colleagues to provide excellent patient care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><b>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A passion for delivering outstanding customer service.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills with a professional and caring approach.<\/li>\n<li>High standards of hygiene and presentation.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in food service or hospitality is desirable but not essential.<\/li>\n<li>A food hygiene qualification is beneficial but not required.<\/li>\n<li>A team player with attention to detail and a proactive attitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><b>What We Offer<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>At KIMS Hospital, we value our people and offer a range of benefits, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary.<\/li>\n<li>Free secure staff parking.<\/li>\n<li>Generous annual leave.<\/li>\n<li>Private health insurance.<\/li>\n<li>Pension scheme and life assurance.<\/li>\n<li>Annual flu vaccinations and free eye tests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><b>Why Join Us?<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. As an equal opportunities and disability-confident employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a passion for customer care and want to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Apply Now<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>For more information, contact <b>Diane&nbsp;on 01622 237634<\/b> or email <b>recruitment@kims.org.uk<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><em>All offers of employment are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS certificate. For more information on DBS checks, visit gov.uk.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.11 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Ward Host | Job Vacancy | KIMS Hospital Careers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Ward Host job vacancy at KIMS Hospital. 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