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WSH International Investments

Contract catering and brand portfolio management

Kitchen Porter/Assistant

Full-Time
£13.55/hr
Entry
Oxford, UK
In Person
UK Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A keen interest in food and cooking, with eagerness to learn and develop skills.
  • Good attention to detail and understanding of hygiene practices.
  • Previous kitchen experience or relevant training is beneficial but not essential.
  • Ability and willingness to work in an education or high-profile catering environment.
  • Right to work in the United Kingdom.
  • Successful completion of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including a Barred List check.
  • Provision of satisfactory professional references.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
  • Assist chefs with basic food preparation and stock deliveries.
  • Operate dishwashers and ensure proper sanitation practices.
  • Follow health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.
  • Support the team in daily kitchen operations and setup for service.
  • Follow and champion allergen controls.
Desired Qualifications
  • Willingness to work in an education or high-profile catering environment.

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.

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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.