Kitchen Assistant

Preparation, dishwashing, and plating – in large-scale catering and hotels.

Apply in 2 min
From €16/hr + bonuses
Flexible alongside your studies

About this job

As a kitchen assistant at ucm, you'll support large-scale catering and hotels – with preparation, dishwashing, and plating.

Hourly wage
€17+
Incl. bonuses

Fairly paid

Transparent hourly wages and above-tariff bonuses - predictable every month.

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Flexible

Choose shifts that fit your schedule - directly from the app.

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"Reliable and friendly."

Real Feedback

After each shift, you receive feedback – helping you improve every time.

Typical tasks

What you should bring

Ability to work under time pressure
Awareness of hygiene standards
Health certificate (§ 43 IfSG, German food handler permit)

Industries & Locations

Hotels

Breakfast kitchen, banquet kitchen, room service – in hotels of every category.

Available

Corporate Catering

Canteens, cafeterias and corporate restaurants – regular shifts.

Available

Catering & Events

Large-scale events, trade fairs, galas – exciting assignments in event kitchens.

Available

How it works

Four steps to your first assignment.

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01

Apply

Create your profile in just 2 minutes – choose between airport-specific and general applications.

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Matching

Our AI algorithm finds jobs that match your profile, location, and availability.

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Assignments

Accept shifts via the app that fit your schedule and gain experience with top companies.

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Payment

Above-tariff pay starting from €16/hr, transparent billing, and surcharges for night and holiday shifts.

Step
01

Apply

Create your profile in just 2 minutes - choose between airport-specific and general applications.

Step
02

Matching

Our AI algorithm finds jobs that match your profile, location, and availability.

Step
03

Assignments

Accept shifts via the app that fit your schedule and gain experience at top companies.

Step
04

Pay

Above-average pay starting at €16/hr, transparent billing, and surcharges for night and holiday shifts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need cooking skills as a kitchen helper?
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No, you don't need cooking skills as a kitchen helper. Your tasks include prep work (chopping, washing), dishwashing, plating, and keeping the kitchen clean.

Do you need a health certificate?
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Yes, working in a kitchen requires a briefing under the Infektionsschutzgesetz (IfSG). You can get it at the local health office for around €25. ucm gives you all the details in time.

What are the typical shifts?
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Shifts vary: early shift from 6 a.m. (breakfast), midday 10 a.m.–3 p.m., or evening from 4 p.m. You pick which shifts to take directly in the app.

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