Afterschool Culinary Teacher: Lead Hands-On Cooking

Lunch Bunch Co; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement to Level II and III

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Lunch-Bunch in Compton, CA is seeking a Level 1 Enrichment Teacher to lead hands-on culinary-based programs, support instructional activities, and prepare materials for students. You will monitor classroom behavior, teach kitchen safety, and collaborate with the Enrichments Manager.

This role is ideal for individuals who are reliable, self-sufficient, capable of leading groups of children, adaptable, and growth-oriented.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in leadership, instructional, or support roles.
• Ability to manage and engage a group of students in an active, hands‑on environment.
• Strong communication skills and a high level of reliability.
• Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continuously improve.
• Must pass a Background check and LiveScan; TB clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Review lesson plans weekly in advance.
• Watch weekly recorded training videos.
• Attend pre-semester teacher training sessions.
• Communicate proactively with the Enrichments Manager or supervisors as needed for support.
• Prepare classroom materials and food efficiently.
• Distribute materials or handouts before class ends.
• Manage student behavior, engagement, and classroom flow.
• Teach and reinforce kitchen safety and basic cooking skills.
• Report in-class incidents promptly using incident reports.
• Submit feedback after each class.

Skills

Reliability

Self-sufficiency

Group leadership

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Experience with children

Job description

Lunch-Bunch in Compton, CA is seeking a Level 1 Enrichment Teacher to lead hands-on culinary-based programs, support instructional activities, and prepare materials for students. You will monitor classroom behavior, teach kitchen safety, and collaborate with the Enrichments Manager.

This role is ideal for individuals who are reliable, self-sufficient, capable of leading groups of children, adaptable, and growth-oriented.