The agony of choice: kitchen help are sought in everywhere

Whether you're more interested in working in a large restaurant or would prefer to help out in a small kitchen in a kindergarten, you have a wide range of options as a kitchen assistant. Often you don't even need training and can start directly as a career or career changer. Lost with all the possibilities? No problem! Here we give you an overview of the different offers, so that you don't lose track of the large selection. 

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Tasks and salary: this is what you should look for before applying

But before you think about applying, you should take a close look at the working hours and also compare the tasks and salary. Depending on the job description and employer, these can vary greatly. Take advantage of the variety of job offers as a kitchen assistant and take your time to find the right offer for you.

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Job offers: The variety of jobs as a kitchen assistant

Kitchen assistants are mainly sought after in the traditional catering industry, but also in social institutions such as retirement homes or hospitals. Depending on which employer you choose, the activities and working hours can vary greatly. For example, you can help prepare or clean up in large restaurants on weekends, or serve food in the cafeteria on weekdays.

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High class or rather down to earth: From 5-star restaurant to small bistro

When people think of kitchens, they naturally think of restaurants. Kitchen assistants are not only sought by large star restaurants, but also by hotel kitchens or small bistros. So you have the choice whether you prefer to work in a large team or in a cozy little kitchen. Is working in one place too boring for you? Then apply as a kitchen assistant on cruise ships or excursion steamers. 

But be careful: Are you more of a night owl or an early riser? Depending on which employer you choose, there are different activities and working hours. Smaller restaurants, for example, often close in the evening, while others only open at that time. 

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Close to the people in the old people's home or kindergarten

In commercial kitchens, you often don't get to see the guests and customers directly. In social institutions, things are often different. As a kitchen assistant in a kindergarten, nursing home or hospital, you have daily contact with people. Kitchen helpers are especially needed for serving and serving food. As in restaurants, help is usually needed on weekends, so you may also have to work on Sundays and holidays.

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Whether Berlin, Munich or Vienna - companies search nearby

But you can also work for large companies at different locations, for example at IKEA in Berlin or Allianz in Munich. Sounds strange at first? Many large companies in Germany have a canteen for employees or customers. So you can also apply as a kitchen assistant at one of their locations near you. The advantage is that the canteens are usually closed on Sundays and holidays and in the late evening, so you have regular working hours.

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Part-time or perhaps full time would be better?

All day or better only 20 hours a week - as a kitchen assistant you can find both part-time and full-time jobs. However, as already mentioned, the working hours can be very different. While in public and social institutions or large companies you will work during the day, in restaurants you will often be needed in the evenings and especially on weekends. Therefore, pay attention not only to the number of hours, but also to the days and times you have to work.

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FAQ

Where can I work as a kitchen assistant?

As a kitchen assistant, you have a wide choice between different employers. On the one hand, large, but also smaller restaurants and hotels are often looking for kitchen assistants. But you can also work in social institutions such as kindergartens, hospitals and nursing homes. In addition, there are large companies that have a canteen for their employees or customers. A little tip for those who like to travel: Cruise and excursion ships are also often looking for kitchen assistants.

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What do you need to be a kitchen assistant?

As a rule, you do not need any training or previous experience as a kitchen assistant, as you will be instructed when you start work. However, since you come into contact with food, a health certificate is regularly required. How successful your application will be also depends on how reliable and physically resilient you are. Some tasks may involve lifting heavy pots and pans or standing for hours.

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What does a kitchen assistant earn on average?

Depending on the employer, a kitchen assistant earns between €12 and €15 per hour. In some jobs you can also expect a tip.

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