Part-Time Cooking Instructor & Team Lead Hiring Manager

Sticky Fingers Cooking, LLC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

SFC Orange County LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is seeking a part-time Cooking Instructor + Team Lead Hiring Manager to oversee instructor training, onboarding, and scheduling via The Dash®. The role emphasizes a positive, organized work environment with strong staff engagement.

Responsibilities include teaching 3–5 classes weekly (approx. 3–5 hours) and 10–15 admin hours weekly, with potential growth to full-time as the program expands.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team with coaching and empowerment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children.
• Ability to schedule staff and manage class coverage.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and basic software tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and onboard chef instructors, ensuring CA HR compliance.
• Schedule instructors via The Dash and ensure classes are staffed.
• Serve as primary contact for instructors and support their needs.
• Manage timesheets, reimbursements, and ATS as needed.
• Coordinate with team on trainings, meetings, and events.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Child engagement

Scheduling

Google Workspace

Tools

The Dash

Job description

SFC Orange County LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is seeking a part-time Cooking Instructor + Team Lead Hiring Manager to oversee instructor training, onboarding, and scheduling via The Dash®. The role emphasizes a positive, organized work environment with strong staff engagement.

Responsibilities include teaching 3–5 classes weekly (approx. 3–5 hours) and 10–15 admin hours weekly, with potential growth to full-time as the program expands.