After School Children's Cooking Instructor - Hiring for a client

Check Off Your List • Fairfax, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

SFC NOVA LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is looking for enthusiastic part-time Chef Instructors to help us Cultivate COOLinary Curiosity in Kids®! ✨ Please note: At this time, we are only hiring candidates who reside in Northern Virginia . Candidates in Maryland will not be considered. If you're passionate about cooking, have experience working with kids , and are looking for a fun, flexible, and meaningful part-time job, we want to meet you!
Why You'll Love This Job 🍅 Make an Impact: Teach kids cooking, nutrition, and lifelong healthy habits. 📅 Flexible Schedule: Classes are typically held on weekdays between 2:30-6 PM. Weekend classes are available occasionally. 💚 Supportive Team: We provide tools, training, recipes, and ongoing guidance. 🎉 Fun Atmosphere: Create a joyful, hands-on learning experience for kids ages 3-18. 🌟 Year-Round Opportunity: This is not a seasonal role - Sticky Fingers Cooking offers classes throughout the entire year, including Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions.
As a Sticky Fingers Cooking Instructor, you'll travel to schools around Northern Virginia to bring "the kitchen" to kids! Using our tried-and-true recipes, you'll teach essential cooking skills, food safety, and the cultural stories behind each dish - all while building creativity and confidence. Kids will have a blast... and so will you!
Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has brought the joy of cooking to thousands of children nationwide. We believe cooking should be fun, educational, and accessible , and our Chef Instructors make that possible every day.

Requirements

• A Virginia resident , ideally near Reston, Fairfax, Falls Church, Mclean or Arlington
• Experienced working with children - this is required for the role.
• Available at least 2 days per week , Monday-Friday, between 2:30-6 PM , plus one full open afternoon for substitute teaching when needed.
• Punctual, reliable, and confident managing groups of 8-12 kids. Must arrive 15-20 minutes before class (varies by school).
• Able to commit to 6-12 week sessions .
• Have or willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification .
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and transport teaching materials.
• Must have a reliable car, a valid drivers license and be able to drive to school locations.
• Must pass state & FBI background checks.

Nice To Haves

• An FCPS badge is a plus (not required).

Responsibilities

• Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: Guide kids as they chop, mix, measure, and explore global recipes.
• Spark Curiosity: Introduce new ingredients, cultures, and cooking techniques.
• Stay Organized: Prep for classes using our curriculum, shop for ingredients, and set up safe mini-kitchens.
• Be the Magic: Encourage confidence, creativity, and independence in every young chef.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $60 per class (each class includes approximately 90 minutes on campus ) + food reimbursement
• All tools & equipment provided
• Ongoing training and support
• A meaningful, joy-filled job that truly makes a difference

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed