Kitchen Porter
About the job
- Work as part of a team and support colleagues.
- Use a flexible approach to working hours.
- Be keen to learn on the job.
- Hold Food Safety Level 2 or be able to achieve it upon appointment.
- Be honest and trustworthy.
- Work independently.
- Maintain a hygienic approach and manner.
- Be committed to zero harm and sustainable practices.
- Provide a three-year employment history and five-year address history.
- Provide in-date photographic identification and proof of the right to work in the UK so that security clearance can be obtained.
- Assist chefs with food preparation and cooking when required.
- Clean equipment, crockery, and cutlery as required.
- Receive stock deliveries, check and account for items.
- Act as a banksman and carry out other job-specific operations as required.
- Carry out routine, periodic, and deep cleaning as required.
- Clean ancillary equipment supporting the catering operation, including trailers, vehicles, plant, and machinery.
- Handle food in accordance with the Food Safety & Quality Management System.
- Remove waste promptly and place it in the correct containers in accordance with the site waste management plan.
- Carry out tasks efficiently.
- Participate as a HACCP team member when required.
- Carry out work in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation and codes of practice.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training, which may include off-site training.
- Store raw materials and packaging materials in the correct areas of the site.
- Carry out activities required by the accredited Food Safety & Quality Management System, such as following the cleaning schedule where relevant.
- Receive deliveries and check supplier invoices in accordance with company systems and procedures.
- Carry out projects or other tasks as requested by the Unit Manager or Chef Manager.
- Actively participate in the Zero Harm culture.
- Level 2 Food Safety qualification.
- Level 2 Health and Safety qualification.
- First Aid Certificate.
About the company
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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Total Funding
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Headquarters
Reading, United Kingdom
Founded
2011
Simplify's Take
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