After-School Cooking Teacher

LIFT Enrichment•Santa Clara, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

LIFT Enrichment is hiring a Chef Teacher to lead hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools in Cupertino, California. The role involves teaching elementary-age students, with groups ranging from 15 to 20 students in grades K–8. Teachers follow a provided curriculum to introduce students to cooking, nutrition, and kitchen safety in an engaging way. No professional chef experience is required; training is provided. The seasonal, part-time position starts January 4, 2027, and runs 2–3 days per week from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A typical day includes two workshops and approximately five paid hours covering grocery shopping, preparation, teaching, and cleanup. The hourly rate is $28. Teachers transport program supplies to school. Paid training consists of 10–15 hours over two weeks. Mileage for travel between home and school and prompt reimbursement for grocery shopping are provided.

Requirements

Be energetic and engaging.
Be reliable and punctual.
Be confident leading a group of children.
Have basic cooking skills and be comfortable preparing food.
Be able to commute to assigned schools.
Be enthusiastic about helping children learn through cooking.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest as a teacher, paraprofessional, retired educator, coach, camp counselor, childcare provider, chef, home cook, college student, or educator seeking part-time work.