Kids Culinary Instructor — Flexible Year‑Round Classes

Hudson Table; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Hudson Table in Hoboken, NJ is seeking a talented Chef to teach hands-on cooking classes for kids ages 2–17 throughout the year. This flexible, year-round role includes after-school series, holiday and school-break classes, birthday parties, and potentially joining the summer camp team.

Lead engaging, age-appropriate lessons, demonstrate cooking techniques and safety, supervise kids during prep and cleanup, and adapt instruction for varied ages.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience with children is a plus.
• Must have 2+ years of kitchen experience or have attended culinary school.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on culinary classes and parties for children in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate manner.
• Teach pre-developed lesson plans and recipes while maintaining pacing and structure.
• Demonstrate proper cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.
• Supervise and support kids during food prep, cooking, and cleanup.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for every class or party.
• Manage time effectively to complete all planned activities and recipes within the session.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen throughout each session.
• Communicate clearly with kids, parents, and studio staff as needed.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate varying ages and skill levels.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of classes and parties, including equipment and ingredients.
• Uphold company policies, food safety guidelines, and child safety protocols

Skills

Teaching

Cooking with kids

Classroom management

Education

Culinary training or culinary school

Job description

Hudson Table in Hoboken, NJ is seeking a talented Chef to teach hands-on cooking classes for kids ages 2–17 throughout the year. This flexible, year-round role includes after-school series, holiday and school-break classes, birthday parties, and potentially joining the summer camp team.

Lead engaging, age-appropriate lessons, demonstrate cooking techniques and safety, supervise kids during prep and cleanup, and adapt instruction for varied ages.