Culinary Class Assistant – Flexible Hours

CSC Generation; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Newport Beach is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs, engage guests, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen during classes. You will help bring culinary dreams to life by assisting with mise en place, prep, and service while upholding our standards for guest delight.

This role offers a part-time schedule (12-16 hours/week) including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences and helping drive class enrollment and revenue.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1 year retail sales experience, preferred.
• 1 year food prep and/or kitchen operations experience, preferred.
• Valid Food Handlers Certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Maintains expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources.
• Ensure exceptional customer experience by leading a customer‑focused, Guest Obsessed culture in both the kitchen and retail sales floor.
• Assist chefs with class execution that drives repeat visits and positive customer feedback
• Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision making

Education

Food Handlers Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Retail systems

Job description

Sur La Table in Newport Beach is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs, engage guests, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen during classes. You will help bring culinary dreams to life by assisting with mise en place, prep, and service while upholding our standards for guest delight.

This role offers a part-time schedule (12-16 hours/week) including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences and helping drive class enrollment and revenue.