Savory Cooking Class Instructor—In-Store Expert

CSC Generation Enterprise; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Sur La Table, a premier kitchen retailer, seeks a Chef Instructor, Savory to lead in-store cooking classes with expertise in savory techniques. You will teach, demonstrate recipes, and help customers discover cookware and kitchen tools while promoting the brand.

The role requires culinary training or equivalent experience, 1–2 years kitchen operations, a Food Manager Certification, and strong communication. Must be 21+, able to stand and lift up to 50 lbs; evenings/weekends required.

Qualifications

• Must have formal culinary training or extensive relevant experience.
• Strong communication and teaching abilities for in-store classes.
• Experience engaging customers and driving sales through demonstrations.
• Food safety knowledge and ability to follow recipes precisely.

Responsibilities

• Lead savory cooking classes and demonstrations in-store.
• Explain techniques clearly and engage customers to drive sales.
• Maintain product knowledge of cookware, cutlery and kitchen tools.
• Setup and breakdown class stations and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication

Customer service

Teaching

Education

Culinary arts degree

Food Manager Certification

Job description

Sur La Table, a premier kitchen retailer, seeks a Chef Instructor, Savory to lead in-store cooking classes with expertise in savory techniques. You will teach, demonstrate recipes, and help customers discover cookware and kitchen tools while promoting the brand.

The role requires culinary training or equivalent experience, 1–2 years kitchen operations, a Food Manager Certification, and strong communication. Must be 21+, able to stand and lift up to 50 lbs; evenings/weekends required.