Downers Grove After School Children

Sticky Fingers Cooking•Downers Grove, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SFC Chicagoland LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® of Chicago, IL is looking to hire part-time After School Children's Cooking Instructor to help us Cultivate COOLinary Curiosity in Kids®! This role involves leading hour-long healthy and engaging cooking enrichment classes for students aged 3-12 at various on-site locations. Instructors will create creative recipes, teach children about new ingredients and healthy foods from around the world in an engaging and hands-on way, and prepare for instruction by shopping independently for fresh ingredients. The role also includes teaching basic kitchen skills, nutrition, and the cultural context behind recipes.

Requirements

Availability at least 2 days a week to teach (Classes are Monday - Friday and take place between 2-5pm; most classes are between 3:00 - 4:30pm).
Commitment to teaching weekly for full sessions (ranging from 6-12 weeks).
Experience working with groups of kids of varying ages.
Ability to manage and engage a group of 8-14 children with diverse backgrounds and academic levels.
Access to reliable transportation.
Ability to communicate with our team in a timely manner.
Punctual and reliable.
ServSafe Food Handler Certification (can obtain before teaching).
Pass a fingerprint background check upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Some availability between 3:00 - 4:30pm will be strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead hour-long healthy and engaging cooking enrichment classes for children aged 3-12.
Create creative recipes and teach children about new ingredients and healthy foods.
Prepare for instruction by shopping independently for fresh ingredients.
Teach basic kitchen skills including washing, cutting, grating, stirring, measuring, and nutrition.
Teach the history, geography, and language behind each recipe.
Provide direction and encouragement to children in a dynamic hands-on environment.
Teach kids healthy food habits.