Pastry Chef Instructor — In-Store Baking Classes

CSC Generation Enterprise; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Chicago seeks a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes and share baking expertise, helping customers learn while driving seasonal sales of bakeware and decorating tools.

The role requires 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience, and a culinary arts degree is preferred. The position offers an overall flexible schedule and a strong focus on customer education and engagement.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Deliver an exceptional in-store culinary experience focused on pastry and baking classes that reflects Sur La Table’s passion for food, teaching, and high standards, while following the provided recipes and game plans to ensure consistency and quality.
• Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills in a clear, encouraging, and approachable manner.
• Maintains expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

Sur La Table in Chicago seeks a Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes and share baking expertise, helping customers learn while driving seasonal sales of bakeware and decorating tools.

The role requires 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience, and a culinary arts degree is preferred. The position offers an overall flexible schedule and a strong focus on customer education and engagement.