Full-Time
Food Health & Safety Coordinator
WSH International Investments
Contract catering and brand portfolio management
Compensation Overview
£37k/yr
Barrow-in-Furness, UK
In Person
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Certification
 Legal & Compliance (1) |
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- Proven administration and computer skills.
- A good understanding of health and safety concepts, including hazard identification, fire safety, and emergency preparedness, and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- A good level of written and spoken English, including business English.
- An interest in food, health, safety, and/or environmental matters.
- Ability to build effective relationships with operational teams and contractors.
- Ability to work methodically and independently, with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office functions, including Word, Excel, and email, and other software applications.
- A NEBOSH Certificate and Level 4 food safety certification are required or the candidate must commit to gaining them within the first two years of employment.
- Proven experience in a health and safety or food safety role within hospitality, contract catering, or a similar fast-paced environment.
- Experience supporting or leading Environmental Health Officer visits and audits, and comfort working with clients and regulatory bodies.
- Strong understanding of HACCP, allergen management, and health and safety legislation relevant to catering operations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
- Skill in training, coaching, and influencing teams at all levels, from front-line chefs to senior managers.
- Confidence using digital compliance tools and systems to manage documentation, monitor performance, and drive improvements.
- Ability to provide a three-year employment history and five-year address history, provide in-date photographic identification, and pass a DBS check.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom is required.
- Deliver and oversee onboarding training for all new starters, ensuring a strong foundation in safety and food hygiene.
- Ensure ongoing refresher training is completed and recorded, and identify team training needs.
- Lead preparations for internal and external audits and maintain hygiene and safety standards.
- Work proactively with kitchen and service teams to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
- Conduct regular walkarounds and spot checks, offer coaching, and address gaps.
- Champion a safety culture in which team members understand and take ownership of their safety responsibilities.
- Offer ongoing coaching and mentoring to managers, chefs, and team members.
- Monitor and manage safety documentation, including temperature logs, cleaning records, allergen records, risk registers, and equipment maintenance logs.
- Participate in planned Health and Safety Executive inspections and focused inspections covering manual handling, fire and food safety, and emergency preparedness.
- Write inspection reports and other required reports.
- Develop toolbox talks, safety flashes, safety alerts, and safe systems of work, and provide support for them.
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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