Culinary Lead: Inspire Teams, Elevate Classes, Drive Growth

Cscgeneration 2; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table is seeking a Culinary Lead to inspire customers through culinary expertise, business acumen, and teaching. You will support the culinary program, drive sales, and build a high-performing team dedicated to an exceptional guest experience.

The role emphasizes coaching, brand representation, and continuous improvement of class experiences, with schedule flexibility to teach 3-4 classes per week and ensure safety and compliance in all operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience may substitute for formal education.
• 1-2 years of kitchen management experience.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for community engagement and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports recruitment, training, and development of a high-performing culinary team.
• Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and uphold a positive team culture.
• Provide in-the-moment coaching and feedback to elevate performance and team engagement; report performance issues to leadership.
• Represent Sur La Table’s brand by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire loyalty.
• Drive sales growth by implementing strategies to enhance the culinary and retail business.
• Analyze key performance metrics daily to optimize store performance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Culinary arts degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Retail systems

Job description

Sur La Table is seeking a Culinary Lead to inspire customers through culinary expertise, business acumen, and teaching. You will support the culinary program, drive sales, and build a high-performing team dedicated to an exceptional guest experience.

The role emphasizes coaching, brand representation, and continuous improvement of class experiences, with schedule flexibility to teach 3-4 classes per week and ensure safety and compliance in all operations.