Full-Time
Head Barista
WSH International Investments
Contract catering and brand portfolio management
Compensation Overview
£14.89/hr
Reading, UK
In Person
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- Strong barista experience.
- A genuine passion for coffee and hospitality.
- Confidence leading by example.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A positive, customer-focused attitude.
- Lead the coffee bar and set the standard for service.
- Prepare and serve high-quality beverages.
- Coach and support team members.
- Keep the coffee area clean, stocked, and well presented.
- Manage stock, displays, and service flow.
- Handle tills and cash accurately.
- Deliver warm, engaging customer experiences.
- Support the wider team and daily operation.
- Act as the on-shift lead, model best practice, and support colleagues.
- Conduct weekly stock takes for coffee, syrups, milk, disposables, and equipment.
- Manage ordering levels to ensure availability while minimising waste.
- Track usage trends and report to the Restaurant Manager.
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
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Benugo reported £145.7 million turnover for 2025, its highest ever in July 2026.
- BaxterStorey launched Chef Battle 2026, showcasing retention and culinary talent development.
- Chris Mitchell became BaxterStorey COO in June 2026, supporting execution during expansion.
What critics are saying
- Drax workers struck over pay in 2024, exposing recurring labor conflict risk.
- The Caterer named BaxterStorey for historical wage-payment errors, damaging compliance credibility.
- High dependence on large client contracts creates existential concentration risk if British Airways or Drax exits.
What makes WSH International Investments unique
- BaxterStorey, Benugo, and Searcys span corporate, travel, and premium heritage venues.
- British Airways extended BaxterStorey through 2035, signaling long-term client trust and operational depth.
- WSH scales through acquisitions, including bm family in November 2025 and Searcys integration.
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Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
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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