- Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Portion and wrap the food, or place it directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
- Prepare a variety of foods,
Kitchen assistant Average UK Salary & Prospects
Kitchen assistants prepare food, make sure chefs have everything they need and keep the kitchen clean.
Kitchen assistants typically work around 40 to 42 hours per week.
As a Kitchen assistant you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
Average salary |
16,604 GBP * |
per year |

Salary statistics
Average salary for Kitchen assistant
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17,074 GBP
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16,263 GBP
Average salary for part-time Kitchen assistant
Average salary for full-time Kitchen assistant
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7,787 GBP
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7,817 GBP
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7,699 GBP
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16,604 GBP
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16,263 GBP
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17,074 GBP
Pay over time for Kitchen assistant
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13,535 GBP
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13,992 GBP
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14,290 GBP
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15,449 GBP
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15,737 GBP
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16,604 GBP
Future outlook for Kitchen assistants

Balanced outlook
544 000+ jobs available 
Very good outlook
4% yearly wage growth (on average) 
Fair outlook
69% chance of automation in the future Kitchen assistant - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Kitchen assistant and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Kitchen assistant.
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people

Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do

Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Things to highlight for your Kitchen assistant interview
Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Social Orientation Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.