After-School Children’s Cooking Instructor

Sticky Fingers Cooking; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 5,000 - 9,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Food reimbursement

Tools and recipes provided

Job summary

Sticky Fingers Cooking Houston West is seeking a part-time Chef Instructor to lead hands-on classes for kids aged 3-18. You’ll follow provided curricula, manage a class of 8-14 students, and create a fun, safe learning environment.

Classes run weekdays after school, typically 2–5 PM, offering flexible scheduling and paid training. The role includes on-campus instruction, food reimbursement, and the chance to inspire healthy cooking habits in young learners.

Qualifications

• Availability to teach 1 hour classes (on campus approx. 90 mins) at least 2 days a week between 2–5 PM, Monday–Friday.
• Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8–14 kids.
• Must arrive on campus 15–30 minutes prior to scheduled class time.
• Able to commit to teaching sessions that run 4–12 weeks.
• Must pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: teach kids to chop, mix, measure, and create healthy recipes.
• Spark Creativity: introduce new ingredients, cuisines, and cultures in an engaging way.
• Stay Organized: prepare with provided curricula, shop for ingredients, and set up a safe learning space.
• Be the Face of Fun: inspire kids and help build confidence in the kitchen.

Skills

Teaching kids

Punctual

Reliable transportation

Background check

Willing to obtain ServSafe

Education

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Job description

Sticky Fingers Cooking® Houston West is looking to hire part-time Chef Instructor. If you're passionate about cooking, have experience working with kids, and are looking for a fun, flexible, and meaningful part-time job, we want to meet you!

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make an Impact: Teach kids about cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.
• Flexibility: Perfect for your schedule-classes are typically held on weekdays (2-5 PM).
• Supportive Team: We provide all the tools, paid training, recipes, and ongoing support for you to succeed.
• Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy creating a hands-on, dynamic learning experience for kids aged 3-18.
• Competitive Pay: $55 to teach 1-hour class + 30 mins for setup/cleanup (on campus approx. 90 mins) and you get food reimbursement.

What You'll Do

• Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: Teach kids how to chop, mix, measure, and create healthy, exciting recipes from around the world.
• Spark Creativity: Introduce kids to new ingredients, cuisines, and cultures in an engaging, interactive way.
• Stay Organized: Prepare for classes using provided curricula, shop for fresh ingredients, and set up a fun, safe environment.
• Be the Face of Fun: Inspire and encourage kids as they gain confidence in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Available to teach 1 hour classes (on campus approx. 90 mins) at least 2 days a week between 2-5 PM, Mondays- Fridays.
• Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8-14 kids.
• Must arrive on campus 15-30 minutes prior to scheduled class time. Varies per school.
• Able to commit to teaching sessions that run 4-12 weeks.
• Have or willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.
• Must pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment.
• No professional cooking experience required
• Experience working with kids of varying ages is a plus!

A Day in the Life of a Chef Instructor

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking® instructor, you'll travel to different schools in your area to bring "the kitchen" to kids. Using our already developed recipes, you'll teach them essential cooking skills, food safety, and the history and culture behind each dish-all while fostering creativity and confidence. From slicing and dicing to learning about global cuisines, kids will have a blast in your classes, and so will you!

About Sticky Fingers Cooking®

Our dedicated, talented and creative team has taught thousands of children as part of enrichment school classes, summer camps, birthday parties, and special events since 2011. Our philosophy is that kids are only impacted if we have great instructors who are passionate about what they do. We attract and retain such amazing instructors by offering great pay, a friendly schedule, all the needed equipment and tools, paid training, individualized support, and FUN!

Meet some of our amazing Chefs by watching this video: https://vimeo.com/492139079

• Upon hire, employees will be required to pass a fingerprint background check