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!

Being a Nursery Chef at Kids Planet gives you the opportunity to work Monday to Friday, NO WEEKENDS or BANK HOLIDAYS and allows you to be inventive creating menus and giving our children access to delicious tasting meals.

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world.


We are currently looking for a Nursery Chef at Kids Planet Woodlands. This role is based on 37.5 hours per week and is fixed term to cover maternity leave.


Why become a Nursery Chef with Kids Planet Woodlands?

Good parking on school grounds.

Low staff turnover.

Recent refurbishment.

Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.

Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

Ranked Number 1 in the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2025 (Super Large category)


What’s in it for you?

Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.

Regular staff rewards.

Team appreciation events.

Long service awards.

Dedicated wellbeing package.

Highly discounted childcare.

A day off for your birthday.


A Nursery Chef at Kids Planet Woodlands gets:

Competitive salary.

Pension plan.

Annual leave including bank holidays.

Monday to Friday.


What a Nursery Chef needs:

Catering experience, preferably in a similar environment.

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs.

Driving licence and over 25 years old for insurance purposes as the role will include driving the nursery van to transport meals.


Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be a Nursery Chef with Kids Planet Woodlands!


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 fulfil 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 committed 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.