Resident Chef & Culinary Team Lead — Classes & Experience

CSC Generation Enterprise; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Portland, OR, is seeking a Resident Chef to lead high-performing culinary teams and oversee the in-store culinary program. The role combines culinary talent with teaching, business acumen, and a customer-centric approach to drive sales and create exceptional experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree (preferred), 1–2 years of instructional experience, and 3–4 years of kitchen leadership, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Culinary instructor experience required.
• Proven leadership and staff development skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience driving sales through culinary programs and events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing culinary teams to meet business needs in culinary and retail.
• Deliver engaging cooking classes and ensure excellent instructional quality.
• Represent the brand, creating memorable customer experiences and driving loyalty.
• Analyze performance metrics and drive strategies to achieve culinary and retail goals.
• Oversee operations and compliance, including safety, inventory, and staff records.

Skills

Culinary instruction

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Retail systems literacy

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Retail systems

Job description

Sur La Table in Portland, OR, is seeking a Resident Chef to lead high-performing culinary teams and oversee the in-store culinary program. The role combines culinary talent with teaching, business acumen, and a customer-centric approach to drive sales and create exceptional experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree (preferred), 1–2 years of instructional experience, and 3–4 years of kitchen leadership, plus strong leadership and communication skills.