Kitchen Helper jobs in Berlin typically pay €13–€16 an hour (about €2,250–€2,750 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 6 days a week alongside the cook. Employers ask for some kitchen experience preferred and an identity check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Berlin.
- Typical pay
- €13–€16
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- €2,250–€2,750
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- 6 days a week alongside the cook
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open kitchen helper positions in Berlin
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Register as a Kitchen HelperAbout kitchen helper jobs in Berlin
Working as a kitchen helper in Berlin means joining a private household. The kitchen helper supports the household cook or chef with preparation, washing up and keeping the kitchen in order, and families across Berlin-Brandenburg Capital Region hire for this role all year round.
Berlin is known for startups, software, media, and public institutions, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as SAP Berlin, Zalando, Delivery Hero, Siemens, and Charite hospital. Berlin attracts more startup venture capital than any other German city, and much of its tech sector works in English.
Main duties
- Wash, peel and chop ingredients
- Wash dishes and kitchen equipment
- Keep work surfaces and floors clean
- Unpack and store deliveries
- Help serve meals and clear tables
Kitchen Helper pay in Berlin
Household incomes in Berlin are shaped by an average local salary of around €58,000, which is why kitchen helper pay here sits close to the Germany average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a kitchen helper
- 7:00Breakfast service
- 9:30Shopping & prep
- 12:30Lunch
- 15:00Batch cooking
- 18:30Dinner & clean-down
Why work in Berlin?
The local job market is growing at 4.5% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Berlin.
Berlin is often described as “Germany's English-Speaking Startup Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Some kitchen experience preferred
- Basic hygiene knowledge
- Reliability and teamwork
- Ability to stand for long periods
Working in Germany
- Right to work in Germany: Workers from outside the EU need a residence title that allows employment; EU citizens can work freely.
- Checks: employers usually ask for an identity check, references and, for work with children, an extended certificate of good conduct (erweitertes Führungszeugnis).
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the statutory minimum wage (Mindestlohn).
- Contract: A written contract (Arbeitsvertrag) or written record of the essential working conditions is required.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in kitchen helper roles in Berlin normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your kitchen helper experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Germany right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen helper earn in Berlin?
Kitchen Helper jobs in Berlin typically pay €13–€16 an hour (about €2,250–€2,750 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in kitchen helper jobs in Berlin?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in kitchen helper roles in Berlin normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a kitchen helper in Germany?
Employers ask for some kitchen experience preferred, basic hygiene knowledge and an identity check. You must also have the right to work in Germany.
What does a kitchen helper do day to day?
A kitchen helper supports the household cook or chef with preparation, washing up and keeping the kitchen in order. Typical duties include wash, peel and chop ingredients, wash dishes and kitchen equipment, keep work surfaces and floors clean.
How do I apply for kitchen helper jobs in Berlin on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Berlin hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a kitchen helper work?
A typical schedule is 6 days a week alongside the cook. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.