Lead Culinary Instructor & Team Coach

Cscgeneration 2; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sur La Table is seeking a Resident Chef to lead a high-performing culinary team and deliver engaging in-store cooking classes. The role blends culinary talent with business acumen to drive sales, enhance customer experience, and mentor staff across culinary and retail functions.

Applicants should have a culinary degree or equivalent experience, 1–2 years of teaching, and 3–4 years of kitchen management; Food Manager Certification is required.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a culinary instructor.
• 3–4 years of progressively responsible kitchen management experience.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and retain a high-performing culinary team for culinary and retail needs.
• Lead cooking classes and ensure a memorable, high-quality class experience.
• Drive sales and store performance through engaging programs and events.
• Oversee store operations with focus on food safety, inventory and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Culinary skills

Customer service

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS system

Job description

Sur La Table is seeking a Resident Chef to lead a high-performing culinary team and deliver engaging in-store cooking classes. The role blends culinary talent with business acumen to drive sales, enhance customer experience, and mentor staff across culinary and retail functions.

Applicants should have a culinary degree or equivalent experience, 1–2 years of teaching, and 3–4 years of kitchen management; Food Manager Certification is required.