Kitchen Helper jobs in Melbourne, VIC typically pay A$25–A$30 an hour (about A$4,350–A$5,200 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 a national police check and. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Melbourne.
- Typical pay
- A$25–A$30
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- A$4,350–A$5,200
- 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 Melbourne
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Register as a Kitchen HelperAbout kitchen helper jobs in Melbourne
Kitchen Helper jobs in Melbourne, VIC are household positions: a kitchen helper supports the household cook or chef with preparation, washing up and keeping the kitchen in order. Families hiring in Melbourne range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Melbourne.
Melbourne is known for healthcare, education, technology, and advanced manufacturing, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as ANZ, NAB, Telstra, Monash Health, CSL, and the University of Melbourne. Melbourne's Parkville precinct is one of the largest biomedical research concentrations in the Southern Hemisphere.
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 Melbourne
Household incomes in Melbourne are shaped by an average local salary of around A$92,000, which is why kitchen helper pay here sits above the Australia 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 Melbourne?
The local job market is growing at 3.7% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Melbourne.
Melbourne is often described as “Medical Research and Education 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 Australia
- Right to work in Australia: Workers must hold a visa with work rights; check eligibility through the government’s VEVO service.
- Checks: employers usually ask for a national police check and, for roles with children, a state Working With Children Check; NDIS worker screening applies to some disability support roles.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the national minimum wage or the applicable award rate.
- Contract: A written agreement covering hours, pay rates, penalty rates and leave is strongly recommended.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in kitchen helper roles in Melbourne 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 Australia 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 Melbourne, VIC?
Kitchen Helper jobs in Melbourne, VIC typically pay A$25–A$30 an hour (about A$4,350–A$5,200 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 Melbourne?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in kitchen helper roles in Melbourne 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 Australia?
Employers ask for some kitchen experience preferred, basic hygiene knowledge and a national police check and. You must also have the right to work in Australia.
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 Melbourne on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Melbourne 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.