Kitchen Assistant: Culinary Support & Guest Experience

CSC Generation; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Scottsdale seeks a Kitchen Assistant to support our chefs, engage guests, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. You will help run classes, assist with mise en place, and contribute to a high-energy, guest-obsessed store environment.

Ideal candidates have a passion for cooking and teamwork, with retail and food-prep experience, plus a Food Handlers Certification. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, are required to meet class demand.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• 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

Customer service

Retail experience

Food prep

Food Handlers Certification

Communication

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sur La Table in Scottsdale seeks a Kitchen Assistant to support our chefs, engage guests, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. You will help run classes, assist with mise en place, and contribute to a high-energy, guest-obsessed store environment.

Ideal candidates have a passion for cooking and teamwork, with retail and food-prep experience, plus a Food Handlers Certification. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, are required to meet class demand.