Kitchen Helper
Restaurant Kitchen Support (USA) · Role category page
Updated: January 1, 2026
This landing page summarizes the Kitchen Helper role category in the United States for international candidates. CV is required for review.
CV is mandatory: candidates without a CV are not reviewed.
Sector: Food Service (Restaurants)
Typical route: H-2B
Work type: Seasonal / Project-based
Pay format: Gross (brutto)
Role snapshot (what employers actually need)
Kitchen helpers keep the back-of-house stable: prep support, dish flow, sanitation, and restocking.
The job is practical and routine-driven—performance is measured by cleanliness, pace, and reliability during rush periods.
Important: This is a role category page, not a single job offer.
Exact terms (state, schedule, start date, accommodation, deductions, and compensation) are set by the hiring employer and seasonality.
Kitchen helper “job story” in the USA
In U.S. restaurants, the kitchen helper role is the “throughput” role: you protect service speed by keeping prep, sanitation, and dish flow stable.
What this means: employers look for consistency. Cleanliness and reliability are usually weighted more than “speed alone.”
Core duties
Food safety & hygiene (must-follow)
- Hand hygiene: frequent handwashing; follow glove policies and change routines.
- Cross-contamination control: separate raw/ready-to-eat areas per employer rules.
- Sanitation cycles: surfaces, tools, and floors are cleaned on schedule—no skipping.
- Chemical safety: use cleaning agents as instructed; never mix chemicals.
- Slip prevention: keep floors dry/marked; store items to avoid trip hazards.
Note: exact checklists and training are employer-specific.
Where you may work
- Restaurants and bars with high-volume service
- Hotels, resorts, and seasonal hospitality sites
- Cafeterias and event/catering operations
- Tourist areas with peak-season staffing
Work pace and shifts depend heavily on site type and season.
Requirements
Short candidate profile
Common mismatch: candidates who dislike repetitive sanitation routines usually do not pass busy-season performance reviews.
Typical gross pay (brutto) & hours
Visa & authorization disclaimer: Any U.S. work authorization path (e.g., H-2A, H-2B, EB-3) depends on the hiring employer, eligibility and official procedures. This page is informational and not legal advice.
Work conditions in the USA
What to include on your CV (kitchen helper)
- Dish/prep/kitchen exposure (restaurants, catering, cafeterias, hotels)
- Sanitation discipline (checklists, cleaning cycles, chemical handling)
- Shift flexibility (evenings, weekends, holidays)
- Team coordination (fast communication, rotating tasks)
- Physical stamina (standing/walking, lifting racks/supplies)
FAQ — Kitchen Helper (USA)
Answers reflect typical employer practice for this role category. Exact terms depend on the project.
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Visa & authorization disclaimer: Any U.S. work authorization path (e.g., H-2A, H-2B, EB-3) depends on the hiring employer, eligibility and official procedures. This page is informational and not legal advice.