Host/Hostess

Host/Hostess
£12.71 per hour plus company benefits
Bank Contract

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026!

Awarded ‘One of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For’

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Merriman Grange is a luxurious residential and dementia care home based in Worthing offering state-of-the-art facilities, which include 72 large ensuite bedrooms and 5 luxury care suites. The home also features luxurious lounges and dining rooms, an on-site café bar, a cinema and a professional hair and beauty salon.

We are looking for a Host/Hostess to work on an 'as and when' basis to cover annual leave and ad hoc sickness.  Rotas are planned in advance so you will be given notice of the days/weeks to be worked.

The Host/Hostess supports all catering functions within the home and, alongside the Head Chef and other catering team members ensures that all dining services are efficient and that the required Health & Safety measures are adhered to within the department. The Host/Hostess is a key person in delivering excellent food service, and will get to know residents’ likes and dislikes, and will liaise regularly with the senior care team to ensure all hydration and nutritional needs are met at all time.

Our team member benefits include: *Paid Breaks *Uniforms *Staff Meals *Nest Pension *Employee Assistance Programme *Care Workers Charity *‘Spice of Life’ – Discount Retail Scheme *Cycle Scheme *Eye Care *Refer a Friend Scheme *Reward Vouchers *Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards 

 Main Responsibilities

1. Support the Head Chef and other catering team members to deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice at all times.
2. Ensure that every mealtime is an outstanding dining experience and that all residents are aware of the choices available to them.
3. Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the dining room and food storage areas at all times in accordance with the appropriate food hygiene regulations.
4. Ensure that tables are correctly laid and meet the high standards of expectation within Cinnamon homes.

Ideally experience as a Restaurant Waiter/Waitress preferred, however a background in hospitality is considered.