Culinary Class Assistant – Flexible Hours & Guest Focus

Cscgeneration 2; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs during classes and ensure a clean, well-organized kitchen while engaging guests and representing the brand on the sales floor.

The role emphasizes customer-focused service, product knowledge, and teamwork, with flexible hours to cover 12–16 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Prior experience in retail or food prep is preferred.

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.
• Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
• 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

Food prep

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Customer service

Job description

Sur La Table is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs during classes and ensure a clean, well-organized kitchen while engaging guests and representing the brand on the sales floor.

The role emphasizes customer-focused service, product knowledge, and teamwork, with flexible hours to cover 12–16 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Prior experience in retail or food prep is preferred.