After-School Chef Instructor (Part-Time) - Paid Training

LIFT Enrichment; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training

Grocery shopping and other paid duties

Job summary

LIFT Enrichment is seeking enthusiastic Chef Teachers to lead hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools. The role involves teaching two workshops per day, with a typical schedule of 2:00pm–5:00pm, 2-3 days per week in Cupertino, CA.

No professional chef experience is required—we provide training and ongoing support. You will guide groups of K–8 students through engaging recipes, emphasize nutrition and kitchen safety, and ensure a positive, energetic classroom atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Energetic and engaging
• Reliable and punctual
• Confident leading a group of kids
• Comfortable cooking and teaching basic kitchen skills

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 15-20 students (K-8) through hands-on cooking activities.
• Teach fun, healthy recipes using provided curriculum.
• Introduce kids to basic cooking, nutrition, and kitchen safety.
• Keep students engaged and involved throughout the session.
• Manage setup, cooking, and cleanup.
• Grocery shop and prep ingredients as needed.
• Transport program supplies to the school.

Skills

Cooking with kids

Classroom management

Punctuality

Job description

LIFT Enrichment is seeking enthusiastic Chef Teachers to lead hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools. The role involves teaching two workshops per day, with a typical schedule of 2:00pm–5:00pm, 2-3 days per week in Cupertino, CA.

No professional chef experience is required—we provide training and ongoing support. You will guide groups of K–8 students through engaging recipes, emphasize nutrition and kitchen safety, and ensure a positive, energetic classroom atmosphere.