In-Store Culinary Director & Class Leader

HILLDALE SHOPPING CENTER; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Sur La Table in Madison, WI is seeking a Resident Chef to lead high-performing culinary teams, run in-store cooking classes, and drive guest engagement. You will coach staff, ensure quality class experiences, and collaborate with store leadership to boost foot traffic and sales through events.

Responsibilities include recruiting and developing a culinary team, maintaining food-safety standards, managing inventory, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a culinary instructor.
• 3–4 years of progressively responsible kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Deliver engaging in-store cooking classes for customers.
• Drive sales and guest engagement through culinary programs.
• Ensure food safety and inventory control in daily operations.
• Maintain brand standards and exceptional customer experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Customer Experience

Sales & Marketing

Operations Management

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Sur La Table in Madison, WI is seeking a Resident Chef to lead high-performing culinary teams, run in-store cooking classes, and drive guest engagement. You will coach staff, ensure quality class experiences, and collaborate with store leadership to boost foot traffic and sales through events.

Responsibilities include recruiting and developing a culinary team, maintaining food-safety standards, managing inventory, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.