Part-Time Kids' Cooking Instructor (Hands-On)

Sticky Fingers Cooking; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Friendly schedule

Job summary

Sticky Fingers Cooking, a national enrichment program, is looking for a part-time Chef Instructor in Bellevue to bring our hands-on cooking classes to kids after school, using kid-tested recipes and a playful, educational approach.

You will lead small groups of 8–14 children on-site at various local locations, teach basic kitchen skills, discuss nutrition and world cuisines, review weekly curricula, and shop for ingredients to prepare engaging, healthy meals.

Qualifications

• Availability at least 2 days a week (Mon–Fri, 2–5pm).
• Commitment to teaching full sessions (4–12 weeks).
• Washington Food Worker Card (obtainable before teaching).
• Ability to manage and engage 8–14 children with diverse backgrounds.
• Fingerprint background check required upon hire.
• Reliable transportation.
• Timely communication with the team.
• Punctual and reliable.
• No professional cooking experience required.
• Experience working with kids is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead hour-long cooking enrichment classes on-site at various locations.
• Review weekly curricula and prepare for instruction, including shopping for ingredients.
• Teach basic kitchen skills: washing, cutting, measuring, safety, nutrition.
• Introduce world ingredients, discuss history and language behind recipes.
• Foster healthy eating habits and positive kitchen experiences for kids.

Job description

Sticky Fingers Cooking, a national enrichment program, is looking for a part-time Chef Instructor in Bellevue to bring our hands-on cooking classes to kids after school, using kid-tested recipes and a playful, educational approach.

You will lead small groups of 8–14 children on-site at various local locations, teach basic kitchen skills, discuss nutrition and world cuisines, review weekly curricula, and shop for ingredients to prepare engaging, healthy meals.