After-School Cooking Teacher

LIFT Enrichment • Rancho Cucamonga, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

LIFT Enrichment is hiring a Chef Teacher to lead fun, hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools. The role serves elementary and middle school students in grades K–8 and includes teaching two workshops on a typical day. Work is scheduled Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Cucamonga, California. The position is seasonal and part-time, pays $25 per hour, and is expected to start January 6, 2027. Approximately five hours of work are paid per typical day, including preparation, teaching, and cleanup. Grocery shopping, preparation, teaching, and cleanup are paid. Training is provided; professional culinary experience is not required.

Requirements

• Energetic and engaging.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Confident leading a group of children.
• Basic cooking skills and an enjoyment of cooking.
• Able to commute to assigned schools.
• Enjoys working with children; professional culinary experience is not required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a teacher, paraprofessional, retired educator, coach, camp counselor, childcare provider, chef, or home cook; college students and enthusiastic educators seeking part-time work may also be a good fit.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 15–20 students in hands-on cooking activities.
• Teach fun, healthy recipes using the provided curriculum.
• Introduce students to basic cooking, nutrition, and kitchen safety.
• Keep students engaged and involved in the workshops.
• Manage setup, cooking, and cleanup.
• Shop for groceries and prepare ingredients as needed.
• Transport program supplies to the school.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Phone stipend

What This Job Offers

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