Average Kitchen and catering assistants Salary in the UK
ONS ASHE 2025 data — by region
UK Median
£11,840
National average
UK Mean
£12,974
National average
Hourly Rate
£12.41
Median
Jobs
322
UK total
Kitchen and catering assistants Salary by Region
| Region | Median | Mean | vs UK Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £14,974 | £17,129 | +£3,134 (26.5% above) |
| East Midlands | £13,303 | £13,604 | +£1,463 (12.4% above) |
| Scotland | £13,135 | £14,951 | +£1,295 (10.9% above) |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £11,988 | £12,628 | +£148 (1.3% above) |
| North West | £11,872 | £12,203 | +£32.00 (0.3% above) |
| South East | £11,286 | £12,533 | -£554 (4.7% below) |
| West Midlands | £11,135 | £12,434 | -£705 (6.0% below) |
| North East | £10,408 | £11,530 | -£1,432 (12.1% below) |
| Wales | £10,404 | £11,140 | -£1,436 (12.1% below) |
| East | £9,512 | £11,225 | -£2,328 (19.7% below) |
| South West | £9,411 | £11,036 | -£2,429 (20.5% below) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average kitchen and catering assistants salary in the UK?
The median kitchen and catering assistants salary in the UK is £11,840 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is £12,974, which is higher due to top earners.
What is the typical hourly rate for kitchen and catering assistants in the UK?
The median hourly rate for kitchen and catering assistants in the UK is £12.41, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data.
Which part of the UK pays the most for kitchen and catering assistants?
The London offers the highest median salary for kitchen and catering assistants at £14,974 per year. London and the South East consistently rank among the highest-paying regions for most occupations.
How many kitchen and catering assistants are there in the UK?
According to ONS ASHE 2025, there are approximately 322 kitchen and catering assistants employed in the UK.
About this data
All figures are based on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025 data published by the Office for National Statistics. Read our methodology.