Pastry Chef Instructor — Bake Classes & Inspire

CSC Generation Enterprise; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Arlington, VA seeks a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes, share advanced baking techniques, and inspire customers while driving classroom enrollments and retail sales. The role emphasizes in-store customer education, recipe fidelity, and a passion for teaching.

The instructor will model best practices, maintain product knowledge, and collaborate with store teams to deliver engaging experiences that align with Sur La Table’s standards.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age or older.
• Degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience considered.
• 1–2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Deliver in-store culinary experiences focused on pastry and baking classes that reflect the brand’s passion for food and teaching.
• Explain technical pastry concepts clearly in an encouraging, approachable manner.
• Stay current on products, training, and resources to maintain expertise.

Skills

Pastry knowledge

Customer service

Teaching / instruction

Sales skills

Communication

Education

Culinary arts degree preferred

Tools

Food Manager Certification

Job description

Sur La Table in Arlington, VA seeks a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes, share advanced baking techniques, and inspire customers while driving classroom enrollments and retail sales. The role emphasizes in-store customer education, recipe fidelity, and a passion for teaching.

The instructor will model best practices, maintain product knowledge, and collaborate with store teams to deliver engaging experiences that align with Sur La Table’s standards.