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WSH International Investments

Contract catering and brand portfolio management

Barista/General assistant

Full-TimePosted on 10/19/2026
£26.4k/yr
Entry
Cambridge, UK
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A friendly, outgoing personality and a strong work ethic.
  • Good listening and verbal communication skills.
  • Passion for customer service and coffee and tea.
  • Some knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
  • Previous experience in a similar role, especially in the food service industry, is beneficial but not required.
Responsibilities
  • Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Prepare and serve coffee beverages, teas, and other drinks using the correct methods, equipment, and standards.
  • Explain the menu, recommend items to customers, and follow allergen procedures.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the coffee bar and surrounding areas according to cleaning schedules, company standards, and COSHH requirements.
  • Follow health, safety, and food safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Monitor stock levels and restock supplies as needed.
  • Use till systems to take payments and process customer orders.
  • Assist with daily basic food preparation and maintain clean kitchen spaces.
  • Assist with other tasks as needed as part of the team.

About the company

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WSH International Investments

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WSH is a British holding company that owns a portfolio of brands in the food services and hospitality sector, with contract catering as its main business for clients like businesses and schools. It operates brands such as BaxterStorey, Benugo, and Searcys, delivering tailored meals and service and focusing on fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients while managing costs. Unlike single-brand caterers, WSH uses a portfolio approach with brand specialization across corporate dining, restaurants, and cafes to gain scale in procurement and operations. Its goal is to provide dependable, high-quality food and service to a broad client base, while growing its brand portfolio and improving efficiency for clients and stakeholders.

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Headquarters

Reading, United Kingdom

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • BaxterStorey won MHRA South Mimms in February 2026, worth £1.0 million including VAT.
  • The Open University extended BaxterStorey through January 2028 amid catering transformation uncertainty.
  • T-Mobile awarded BaxterStorey a £2.6 million July 2026 contract across four sites.

What critics are saying

  • Public procurement churn is rising: Durham retenders in 2026, and universities are extending short bridges.
  • CD&R owns WSH, so another acquisition spree can mask margin pressure and integration strain.
  • A loss at MHRA, Open University, or T-Mobile would hit BaxterStorey's core revenue immediately.

What makes WSH International Investments unique

  • BaxterStorey, Benugo, and Searcys span corporate dining, premium leisure, and heritage hospitality.
  • WSH’s 2026 RSPCA Assured milk rollout covered 600+ locations and 4 million litres.
  • The Genuine Dining Co. acquisition strengthens scale after 2024, expanding London contract catering.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Public Sector Catering
Feb 14th, 2024
WSH commits to 100% RSPCA Assured British free-range eggs

As part of their ESG commitments, WSH launched a 'Supplier Code of Conduct' in which 11 targets were set in a bid to continually raise the bar on sourcing standards and transparency across the foodservice supply chain.

ITP Media Group
Aug 17th, 2021
Westbury Street Holdings launches Mosaic

Westbury Street Holdings launched Mosaic, a subscription-based contract catering model, as part of a move to offer clients flexible solutions in a post-Covid workplace.