1h ago

Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry

Costa Mesa, CA

$38.4k-$40.8k / year

part-timejuniorretail

💼 About This Role

You'll lead hands-on pastry classes at Sur La Table, inspiring customers with baking techniques. You'll drive retail sales by promoting bakeware and tools during instruction. This seasonal role offers flexible part-time hours in a dynamic kitchen environment.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Deliver pastry and baking classes following provided recipes.
  • Drive sales by promoting retail products used in class.
  • Set up, prep, and clean kitchen for classes.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

📋 Requirements

  • 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
  • Valid Food Manager Certification.
  • Must be 21 years or older.
  • Ability to stand up to 4 hours and lift 50 lbs.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Culinary degree preferred.
  • Experience in customer-facing instruction.
  • Passion for baking and pastry arts.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🎓 Hands-on teaching experience in a retail culinary setting.
  • 🕐 Flexible part-time schedule including nights/weekends.
  • 🛠️ Product discounts on kitchen and bakeware.
  • 📈 Performance incentives based on class enrollment and reviews.

🚩 Heads Up

  • Role combines teaching, sales, and cleaning duties.
  • High physical demands (standing 4 hours, lifting 50 lbs) for part-time hours.
  • Seasonal position with minimal hours (12-16 per week).
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