Savory Cooking Instructor & In-Store Chef Lead

CSC Generation; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 314,000 - 351,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K after 90 days; must be 21 years

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sur La Table is seeking a Chef Instructor, Savory to lead hands-on savory cooking classes, train customers, and drive sales of cookware and kitchen tools. You will inspire culinary skills and customer engagement in-store, following recipes and company guidelines.

Qualifications include a culinary arts degree or equivalent experience, 1-2 years kitchen ops, and a valid Food Manager Certification. This role requires strong communication and a passion for teaching and hospitality.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• A degree in culinary arts is preferred; however, candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will be considered in lieu of formal education.
• 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 by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Deliver in-store savory cooking classes following provided recipes and game plans to ensure consistency and quality.
• Drive sales by engaging customers and promoting retail items used or featured in class.
• Set up and breakdown of classes, prep work, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, health codes, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

Sur La Table is seeking a Chef Instructor, Savory to lead hands-on savory cooking classes, train customers, and drive sales of cookware and kitchen tools. You will inspire culinary skills and customer engagement in-store, following recipes and company guidelines.

Qualifications include a culinary arts degree or equivalent experience, 1-2 years kitchen ops, and a valid Food Manager Certification. This role requires strong communication and a passion for teaching and hospitality.