Complete guide to kitchen helper jobs in Italy — kitchen helper, dishwasher, commis chef, food-prep assistant, pizza helper and steward roles — across Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice & Naples — with work-visa sponsorship for Indians, Nepalis, Bangladeshis, Sri Lankans & Filipinos. Salary €1,200 – €1,800/month plus meals, tips and 13th & 14th-month bonus, with the Italy work visa (Type D) + Permesso di Soggiorno route under the Decreto Flussi quota.
Job Snapshot
| Role | Kitchen Helper | Industry | Hospitality & Restaurants |
| Country | Italy | Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Salary | €1,200 – €1,800 / month (gross) | Hours | 40 hrs / week |
| Contract | 1–2 year (renewable, CCNL) | Visa | Employer Sponsored (Type D + Permesso di Soggiorno) |
| Stay | Assistance Provided | Vacancies | 400+ |
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Selection Process
- CV & document shortlisting
- Counsellor video interview
- Final interview + background check with the Italian employer
- Offer letter & Italy work-visa (Nulla Osta) filing
About the Opportunity
Italy’s world-famous hospitality and restaurant sector — hotels, restaurants, pizzerias and resorts across its top tourist cities — is recruiting international kitchen helpers with work-visa sponsorship under the Decreto Flussi quota.
Selected candidates are employed on the tourism/hospitality CCNL (turismo) contract that guarantees a regular wage, staff meals, 13th & 14th-month bonuses, paid leave, INPS social security and Italian national healthcare (SSN).
Roles span kitchen assistance, dish-washing, food preparation, pizza-making support and dining-room stewarding — most with full on-the-job training provided.
💰 Salary for Kitchen Helper in Italy (2026)
One of the most searched queries is “kitchen helper Italy salary” — here is the realistic breakdown. Italian wages are set by the relevant CCNL collective contract, paid as a gross figure from which IRPEF income tax and INPS contributions are deducted; in return you get full social security and national healthcare.
✅ INPS social security + free Italian national healthcare (SSN)
✅ Overtime & shift premiums paid under the CCNL collective contract
| Role | Monthly Salary (Gross) | Contract |
|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher / Steward | €1,200 – 1,550 | CCNL |
| Kitchen Helper | €1,200 – 1,650 | CCNL |
| Dining Steward / Runner | €1,200 – 1,600 | CCNL |
| Food Prep Assistant | €1,250 – 1,700 | CCNL |
| Pizza Helper | €1,300 – 1,750 | CCNL |
| Commis Chef | €1,400 – 1,800 | CCNL |
📋 Available Job Roles
These are the specific roles open for international applicants. No prior experience is needed for most roles — full training is provided.
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✅ Requirements for Kitchen Helper in Italy
The good news: most of these roles do not require high qualifications. Italian employers prioritise a clean record, reliability and a hardworking attitude.
Minimum Requirements
- Age: 18 to 45 years
- Education: Min. 10th pass / SSC
- Experience: 0–2 years (freshers welcome for most roles)
- Italian: Not mandatory — basic phrases trained on the job (A1 helps)
- English: Basic working knowledge (A1–A2)
- Fitness: Medical fitness certificate
- Record: Clean police clearance
Required Documents
- Valid passport (24+ months validity)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Experience certificate (if any) from a previous employer
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Medical fitness certificate
- 10th / 12th mark sheets
- Updated CV (Europass format preferred)
- Nulla Osta (work authorization — arranged by employer)
Role & Eligibility
Key Responsibilities
- Assist chefs with basic food preparation — washing, peeling, chopping and portioning
- Wash dishes, pots, utensils and keep the kitchen clean and hygienic
- Receive, store and rotate stock following HACCP food-safety rules
- Support the pizza/grill station and plate dishes as directed
- Clear and reset dining tables (steward roles)
- Dispose of waste and follow sanitation procedures
- Report shortages or equipment faults to the head chef
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 18 to 45 years
- Education: Min. 10th pass / SSC
- Experience: 0–2 years (freshers welcome)
- English: Basic working knowledge
- Fitness: Medical clearance
- Passport: Valid (18+ months)
- PCC: Clean police clearance
Salary & Benefits Package
Compensation is fully protected by the relevant CCNL collective contract and Italian labour law.
- Base Salary: €1,200 – €1,800 / month (gross, per CCNL)
- 13th & 14th Month: Two extra bonus salaries per year (tredicesima & quattordicesima)
- Accommodation: Employer assistance in finding housing
- Healthcare: Free Italian national healthcare (SSN)
- Social Security: Full INPS coverage (pension, sickness, family benefits)
- Overtime: Paid at premium rates under the CCNL
- Night / Holiday: Shift premium pay per CCNL
- Paid Leave: ~26 days/year + public holidays
- TFR: End-of-employment severance accrued each year
- Permesso di Soggiorno: Employer-sponsored residence permit & renewals
Why Choose Italy?
Italy is one of the most attractive destinations for international workers. Here’s why thousands of candidates are choosing it:
- 13th & 14th-month bonus Two extra salaries a year significantly raise your annual earnings.
- Free national healthcare Full access to Italy’s SSN healthcare system for you and registered family.
- EU residence & travel A permesso di soggiorno lets you live in Italy and travel the Schengen area.
- Path to PR After 5 years of legal residence you can apply for EU long-term residence.
- Strong labour protection CCNL contracts, INPS social security and TFR severance protect your rights.
- Family reunification Bring your family once income and housing conditions are met.
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Visa & Travel Process
Recruitment runs under Italy’s work visa (Type D) + Permesso di Soggiorno route, authorised through the Decreto Flussi quota and the Nulla Osta (work authorization) issued by the Sportello Unico. From application to landing in Italy typically takes 3–6 months:
- Application & Shortlisting — Submit your CV and documents through the EVS Buzz portal.
- Online Interview — Pre-screen with our counsellor, then with the Italian employer.
- Job Offer & Nulla Osta — Employer applies for the Nulla Osta (work authorization) under the Decreto Flussi quota.
- Document Attestation — MEA / apostille + legalisation of educational and police-clearance documents.
- Medical Check — Complete the required medical fitness test.
- Type D Work Visa — Work visa stamped at the Italian embassy / VFS consulate.
- Pre-Departure Briefing — Orientation, basic Italian, safety training and travel arrangements.
- Arrival & Permesso di Soggiorno — Within 8 days of arrival, sign the contract and apply for the residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) & Codice Fiscale.
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🌐 Official Job Portal Links (View Official Information)
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| Portal / Employer | Official Link |
|---|---|
| 🏛️ Cliclavoro Italian Govt national employment portal |
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