Kitchen Assistant – Part-time

Job Description

Role Overview: Culinary Support Specialist

Operational Division: Takeaway/Delivery – Liverpool Cloud Kitchen

Compensation: £12.21 – £13.00 hourly

Pasta Evangelists, established nearly a decade ago, is the UK’s leading authority on fresh artisan pasta. Backed by global industry leader Barilla, we have evolved from a cult recipe-kit service into a rapidly expanding hospitality powerhouse. Our Liverpool “Cloud Kitchen” is a high-volume hub dedicated to bringing high-end Italian cuisine to customers through major delivery platforms like Deliveroo and UberEats.

Your Responsibilities:

• Kitchen Readiness: Setting up the workstation for peak service, ensuring all signature pasta sauces and ingredients are prepped to “How-to Card” standards.

• Food Production: Preparing and cooking fresh pasta dishes with precision and speed to meet delivery turnaround times.

• Stock Management: Accurately labeling and dating ingredients using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles to minimize wastage and maintain food costs.

• Safety & Hygiene: Maintaining an exceptionally clean kitchen environment in full compliance with Health & Safety and Quality regulations.

• Equipment Care: Operating and monitoring specialized kitchen equipment, including pasta boilers and ovens, while keeping detailed temperature logs.

• Logistics Support: Assisting with the receipt of deliveries, verifying stock levels, and organizing storage areas efficiently.

• Closing Procedures: Executing thorough close-down routines to ensure the kitchen is sanitized and prepared for the following shift.

Candidate Profile:

• Passion for Food: A genuine love for Italian cuisine and high-quality ingredients.

• Efficiency: The ability to thrive and remain calm in a fast-paced “dark kitchen” environment.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, dicing, and measuring.

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous regarding portion control, presentation, and cleanliness.

• Team Player: Strong communication skills and a willingness to support colleagues and follow leadership from the Assistant Team Leader.

• Adaptability: Flexibility regarding tasks and work schedules in a dynamic, growing startup environment.

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Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Pasta Evangelists
Location	Liverpool, United Kingdom
Locality	Victoria Street (Cloud Kitchen)
Country	United Kingdom
City	Liverpool
Region	North West England
Job Type	Part-time
Salaries	£12.21 – £13.00 per hour
Experience Level	No Degree Mentioned
Travel	None (Onsite)
Language	English
Benefits	Free Pasta, Team Socials, Cycle to Work, Referral Bonus

Skills & Competency Table

Skill	Level
Food Preparation	Advanced
Food Safety (HACCP)	Intermediate
Speed & Efficiency	Expert
Stock Rotation (FIFO)	Advanced
Team Collaboration	Advanced

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Component	Amount
Annual Salary	£12,698 – £13,520 (Estimated for 20 hrs/week)
Bonus	Monthly Performance Bonus
Total Compensation	Hourly Wage + Bonus + Staff Food
Notes	Pay meets or exceeds National Living Wage

Job Summary

As a Kitchen Assistant in Pasta Evangelists’ Liverpool Cloud Kitchen, you will prep and cook fresh pasta for a high-volume delivery service. This role focuses on speed, sanitation, and quality control. It is a part-time position requiring a passion for Italian food and the ability to follow strict SOPs.

5 Simple FAQs

• What is a “Cloud Kitchen”? It is a delivery-only kitchen (also known as a dark kitchen) with no front-of-house dining area.

• Do I need professional chef experience? No, but basic culinary skills and a strong work ethic are highly preferred.

• What are the typical working hours? Shifts generally fall between 10:00 AM and 2:00 AM, Monday through Sunday.

• Do I get free food? Yes, employees enjoy free pasta products and regular pasta tastings.

• What is the pay frequency? Pay is typically handled bi-weekly or monthly (refer to specific contract).

Expert Analysis

This is an ideal role for someone looking to enter the culinary world through a high-growth startup. While the cloud kitchen environment is high-pressure, the backing of Barilla ensures professional standards and strong internal processes. The monthly bonus scheme and free pasta offer significant value beyond the base hourly pay.

Location & Logistics Guide

The kitchen is located on Victoria Street in central Liverpool. It is easily accessible via all city-center transport links, including Lime Street Station and the central bus hub. As a delivery-focused site, it operates late, so staff should plan for late-night travel options after 11 PM.

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Career Path

Pasta Evangelists is known for its “fastest-growing startup” status, offering rapid promotion paths. A Kitchen Assistant can quickly progress to Assistant Team Leader, Team Leader, or move into restaurant-based roles as the company continues to open physical dining locations across the UK and the North West.