Culinary Class Assistant - Flexible Hours & Guest Experience

CSC Generation Enterprise; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Houston is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs, engage with guests, and help run cooking classes while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment.

The role involves 12–16 hours per week with a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. Prior retail and food prep experience is preferred, along with a valid Food Handlers Certification. The position emphasizes a collaborative, guest-focused service culture.

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.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• 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.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales goals, contributing to overall store revenue.

Skills

Retail sales

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Sur La Table in Houston is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs, engage with guests, and help run cooking classes while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment.

The role involves 12–16 hours per week with a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. Prior retail and food prep experience is preferred, along with a valid Food Handlers Certification. The position emphasizes a collaborative, guest-focused service culture.