WISAG Catering Holding has fully acquired the coffee bar brand chicco di caffè, enhancing its service offerings in the communal catering market in Germany.

Information on the Target

The WISAG Catering Holding GmbH & Co. KG has successfully acquired the coffee bar brand chicco di caffè as of the start of the new year. With a workforce of 300 employees and 142 cafes located in various settings such as corporate offices, hospitals, and universities, chicco di caffè is recognized as the market leader in the coffee bar sector within the communal catering industry in Germany. The previous majority owner of chicco di caffè was Paragon Partners, a Munich-based private equity firm. Following this transaction, WISAG has taken full ownership of chicco di caffè.

Chicco di caffè will now operate as an independent brand under the WISAG Catering Holding umbrella. The existing management team, comprising Ralf Meyer and Manuel Müller, will continue to lead the operations of the company. This acquisition establishes chicco di caffè as the fourth business pillar within WISAG Catering, which includes operational catering, healthcare catering, and event catering.

Industry Overview in Germany

The catering industry in Germany has witnessed significant growth over recent years, driven by evolving consumer habits and a growing demand for quality food and beverage services in communal settings. As the workforce shifts towards hybrid and flexible work environments, th