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WSH International Investments

Contract catering and brand portfolio management

Front of House General Assistant

Full-Time
£13.18/hr
Entry
East Tilbury, UK
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally with diverse guests and colleagues.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, or willingness to obtain this knowledge through training.
  • Physical stamina and ability to work on your feet for extended periods.
  • Organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to professional behavior and appearance.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
  • Serve food and beverages to guests in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner, promptly addressing requests.
  • Provide attentive customer service throughout guests' visits and respond to questions and concerns with empathy and positivity.
  • Collaborate with kitchen and back-of-house teams to support seamless operations and a safe, inclusive working environment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in dining areas and service stations in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Address challenges or unexpected situations with adaptability and a solution-oriented approach.
  • Communicate with team members and management to ensure consistent service delivery and operational excellence.
  • Handle multiple tasks while remaining organized and detail-oriented during peak service periods.
  • Comply with food service guidelines, health and safety regulations, and organizational policies.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a food service, hospitality, or customer-facing role is preferred but not required.

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.