Chef Instructor: Flexible, Hands-On Culinary Classes

SmartRecruiters, Inc.

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 276,000 - 482,000

Part time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling
Competitive per-class pay
Creative freedom
Established platform
Supportive team

Job summary

CocuSocial is seeking talented Chef Instructors to lead hands-on cooking classes at partner venues across the Charlotte area. Teach a range of cuisines in a beginner-friendly, engaging format and enjoy flexibility in scheduling and class frequency.

Instructors will handle ingredient purchasing, setup, and cleanup while representing CocuSocial professionally and delivering memorable guest experiences. Prior teaching and culinary experience are preferred, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

  • Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others.
  • Professional culinary background and food safety certified.
  • Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or other instructional environments preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup.
  • Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment.
  • Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format.
  • Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event.
  • Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Passionate about food
Food safety certification
Teaching experience
Communication skills
Public speaking to groups
Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Culinary background
Food safety certification

Job description

CocuSocial is seeking talented Chef Instructors to lead hands-on cooking classes at partner venues across the Charlotte area. Teach a range of cuisines in a beginner-friendly, engaging format and enjoy flexibility in scheduling and class frequency.

Instructors will handle ingredient purchasing, setup, and cleanup while representing CocuSocial professionally and delivering memorable guest experiences. Prior teaching and culinary experience are preferred, with strong communication skills and

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