Italian Culinary Instructor for Hands-On Classes

Eataly; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Bonus program

Free family meal

Discounts at Eataly

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Eataly Houston’s La Scuola invites an experienced Culinary Instructor to lead Italian cooking classes and private events on-site. You will plan and execute diverse demonstrations and hands-on experiences that showcase Italian cuisine, inspiring guests with culinary expertise and product knowledge.

You will supervise class preparation, coordinate with the Events and Education Team, and ensure safe, high-quality kitchen operations for a variety of group sizes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking experience.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment, food production procedures, and safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoyment of speaking in front of large groups.
• In-depth knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a wide variety of demonstration and hands-on classes for private and public groups.
• Works and oversees hands-on lunches and dinners including: 3-4 course menus, family-style menus, celebrations and corporate events.
• Prepares, demonstrates and executes all menu items for La Scuola; most items are savory, but occasionally sweet items will need to be executed.
• Works with Events and Education Manager on monthly class updates to provide seasonal class offerings and incorporate items to showcase other departments.
• Supervises the production of food items for events in collaboration with back-of-house personnel: apportions meats, vegetables and desserts, and utilizes food surpluses to control food costs.
• Oversees kitchen organization and cleanliness of the La Scuola kitchen.
• Informs front-of-house personnel of menu changes, specials, shortages, allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Purchases or submits requisitions for food items, kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Public speaking

Italian cuisine

Communication skills

Education

Food Handler’s License

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Eataly Houston’s La Scuola invites an experienced Culinary Instructor to lead Italian cooking classes and private events on-site. You will plan and execute diverse demonstrations and hands-on experiences that showcase Italian cuisine, inspiring guests with culinary expertise and product knowledge.

You will supervise class preparation, coordinate with the Events and Education Team, and ensure safe, high-quality kitchen operations for a variety of group sizes.