Kitchen Assistant - Kids Planet Witney

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Witney; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-run nursery group as a Kitchen Assistant, where your culinary skills will help nurture children's growth. This role offers a supportive atmosphere, with opportunities to engage with children in a vibrant community setting. Enjoy perks like free meals, training, and a day off for your birthday. With a Monday to Friday schedule and a commitment to inclusivity, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives while developing their own career. Embrace the joy of cooking in a dynamic environment that values every team member.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave

Regular staff rewards

Long service awards

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Pension plan

Annual leave including bank holidays

Qualifications

• Catering experience, preferably in a similar environment.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is required.
• Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving meals to children.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Support dietary needs and preferences of children.

Skills

Catering experience

Food Hygiene Certificate

Knowledge of dietary needs

Job description

Kids Planet is an independent, family-run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

While all our settings are different, they share the same values and ethos: working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to an astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

We are currently looking for a Kitchen Assistant at Kids Planet Witney.

Why become a Kitchen Assistant with Kids Planet Witney?

• Good transport links, close to bus stop and A40
• Large parking area
• Lovely team atmosphere
• Within walking distance of town centre
• Lots of opportunities to take the children out into the community
• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025
• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

What’s in it for you?

• Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks including fresh fruit
• Accredited training with the KP Academy
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave
• Regular staff rewards
• Long service awards
• Dedicated wellbeing package
• Highly discounted childcare
• A day off for your birthday

A Kitchen Assistant at Kids Planet Witney gets:

• Pension plan
• Annual leave including bank holidays
• Monday to Friday schedule

What a Kitchen Assistant needs:

• Catering experience, preferably in a similar environment
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs

Like the sound of joining our family? Apply today to be a Kitchen Assistant with Kids Planet Witney!

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish!

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfill their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.