Food and beverage sales in restaurants are closely tied to the state of the economy. If the economy is doing well, then people eat out more often. Other factors related to job growth for kitchen helpers are population growth, rising household incomes, and increased leisure time. As two income households become more common, families will eat out more often because of convenience. Increased leisure time also allows families to take more vacations.
Most people eat out while on vacation.
Thus more kitchen helpers will be needed. Job openings for kitchen helpers should be plentiful. Many openings will arise from the need to replace workers. There is a high rate of turnover for kitchen helpers because of the low wages. Many workers leave this occupation to pursue another occupation.