Healthcare Host/Hostess

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals across various community settings. The company operates worldwide, delivering exceptional services that include food service, catering, and facility management solutions. Sodexo prides itself on its commitment to creating a better everyday for everyone by fostering social, economic, and environmental progress in the communities it serves. With a reputation for valuing diversity, inclusion, and respect, Sodexo nurtures a workplace culture where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered. This commitment to corporate responsibility and employee well-being positions Sodexo as a preferred employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding career opportunities in healthcare support services.

This position is based at UTMB Health Mainland Regional, working as a Healthcare Host/Hostess under Sodexo's service management. The role is full-time, offering an hourly wage of $13.00, with shifts varying and requiring open availability, which means candidates should be flexible regarding work days and hours. As a Healthcare Host/Hostess, you serve as a pivotal frontline ambassador who warmly welcomes patients, visitors, and hospital staff, enhancing the experience of everyone on the healthcare premises. Your main responsibility is to provide excellent customer service, ensuring the smooth delivery of patient meals and maintenance of nourishment areas within the hospital setting.

The Healthcare Host/Hostess must communicate effectively with patients and staff to guarantee that meal trays are delivered accurately and on time according to patient specifications, including special dietary requirements. You will assist in setting up meals at the patient’s bedside, collecting soiled trays promptly, and managing inventory for nourishment stations. This job requires a high degree of reliability and a positive attitude toward teamwork and creating a safe and healthy work environment. No extensive experience is required, but 0 to 1 year of related customer service or healthcare experience is beneficial.

Sodexo offers a flexible and supportive working environment tailored to allow employees to balance life’s important moments. The company also provides ongoing training and advancement opportunities, aiming to transform this role into a sustainable career path. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401k retirement plans, various employee discount programs, and more. Some locations also offer site-specific perks like free meals during shifts, uniforms, safety shoes, transportation support, and parking accommodations.

At Sodexo, the culture of inclusion, respect, and fairness is ingrained in the company ethos. Employees are welcomed to bring their authentic selves to work and contribute ideas in a collaborative environment that values diversity. The company is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, gender identity, age, or any other protected status. Sodexo is not only a workplace but a community dedicated to improving lives and making a lasting impact by combining excellent service with compassionate care and support.