Full-Time
Chef de Partie
WSH International Investments
Contract catering and brand portfolio management
No salary listed
Godalming, UK
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- Experience as a Chef de Partie within a contract catering environment is required or expected.
- Experience in independent education or a high-profile business and industry setting is preferred context.
- Knowledge of food safety and allergen controls is required.
- Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards are required.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required.
- A flexible and proactive approach to work is required.
- The candidate must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
- The successful candidate must pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including a Barred List check, and provide relevant criminal-offence information if shortlisted.
- The appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.
- Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
- Motivate the team to deliver high standards of food and service.
- Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met.
- Contribute to innovative menu planning.
- Manage mise en place and ensure smooth, timely service.
- Support events and functions alongside school life.
- Champion and remain accountable for allergen controls.
- Passion for fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation.
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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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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