Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry, where you'll inspire culinary creativity and share your passion for cooking. This role involves delivering engaging cooking classes, maintaining high sanitation standards, and collaborating with a dynamic team to drive sales. If you have a culinary background and a knack for teaching, this is your chance to make an impact in a vibrant kitchen environment. With flexible hours and a commitment to customer satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to blend your culinary skills with customer engagement in a fun and rewarding atmosphere.

Benefits

Employee Discount

401K Benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience required.
• Successful teaching and training experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging cooking classes and maintain sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with the team to meet sales goals.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Experience

Teaching Skills

Sales Motivation

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Culinary Degree in Pastry

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

Join us as a Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table) at CSC Generation. Sur La Table, with over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, offers a premier selection of kitchen goods and culinary inspiration. Our team is dedicated to creating happiness through cooking and sharing good food.

The Chef Instructor plays a vital role in inspiring customers throughout their culinary journey, blending culinary talent and teaching skills to support the Resident Chef and drive store success. The Chef Instructor reports directly to the Resident Chef.

Job Responsibilities

• Model and direct staff to meet customer service standards.
• Deliver engaging cooking classes using provided recipes and plans.
• Maintain product knowledge and seek additional training resources.
• Keep work and guest areas clean and organized, ensuring sanitation standards.
• Cook and serve food at proper temperatures under sanitary conditions.
• Collaborate with team to meet sales goals and increase class and retail sales.
• Communicate policies and SOPs effectively; provide coaching and feedback.
• Record work hours accurately; solve problems proactively and follow up with the Resident Chef.
• Communicate effectively with employees, customers, and management.
• Handle, serve, and pour alcohol and mix drinks as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Resident Chef.

Essential Functions

• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively.
• Remain stationary for periods up to 3 hours; move about as needed.
• Recognize flavors and odors accurately.
• Demonstrate physical ability to reach, lift up to 35 lbs, and work in a kitchen environment.
• Work flexible hours for classes at various times.
• Operate computers and POS systems.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• Culinary degree in Pastry or equivalent experience.
• Successful teaching and training experience.
• Valid Food Handlers/Managers Certification.
• At least 21 years old.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to drive sales and motivate teams; strong communication skills.

Core Competencies

• Customer focus, sincerity, decisiveness, ownership, and results-oriented mindset.

Compensation & Benefits

• $19.00 - $21.43 per hour
• Employee discount, 401K benefits.

This description summarizes the role and may be amended. Sur La Table is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.