Kitchen Helper jobs in Montreal, QC typically pay C$17–C$23 an hour (about C$2,950–C$4,000 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 police information check (with a vulnerable sector check for roles with children or seniors). Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Montreal.
- Typical pay
- C$17–C$23
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- C$2,950–C$4,000
- 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 Montreal
No open position is listed for Montreal today. New kitchen helper jobs are added as families hire. Register once and we will match you to the next opening near you.
Register as a Kitchen HelperAbout kitchen helper jobs in Montreal
Working as a kitchen helper in Montreal, QC 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 Greater Montreal Area hire for this role all year round.
Montreal is known for artificial intelligence, aerospace, video games, and pharmaceuticals, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as Bombardier, CAE, Ubisoft Montreal, Bell Canada, National Bank, and Mila. Montreal is one of the world's three leading deep-learning research cities and has the largest video game workforce per capita.
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 Montreal
Household incomes in Montreal are shaped by an average local salary of around C$68,000, which is why kitchen helper pay here sits close to the Canada 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 Montreal?
The local job market is growing at 4.0% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Montreal.
Montreal is often described as “The AI and Video Game Capital of Canada”, 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 Canada
- Right to work in Canada: Foreign caregivers may come through federal caregiver immigration programs or a work permit, which can require a Labour Market Impact Assessment and a specific employer.
- Checks: employers usually ask for a police information check (with a vulnerable sector check for roles with children or seniors), identity verification and reference checks.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the provincial or territorial minimum wage.
- Contract: A signed employment contract should cover duties, hours, wages, overtime, accommodation if any, vacation and termination notice.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in kitchen helper roles in Montreal 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 Canada 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 Montreal, QC?
Kitchen Helper jobs in Montreal, QC typically pay C$17–C$23 an hour (about C$2,950–C$4,000 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 Montreal?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in kitchen helper roles in Montreal 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 Canada?
Employers ask for some kitchen experience preferred, basic hygiene knowledge and a police information check (with a vulnerable sector check for roles with children or seniors). You must also have the right to work in Canada.
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 Montreal on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Montreal 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.