After-School Cooking Teacher

LIFT Enrichment•Cupertino, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

LIFT Enrichment is hiring an enthusiastic Chef Teacher to lead hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools. The role serves elementary school students in Cupertino, California, and is seasonal and part-time. No professional chef experience is required; paid training is provided. The schedule is 2–3 days per week, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A typical day includes teaching two workshops and approximately five paid hours covering grocery shopping and preparation as needed, teaching, and cleanup. The pay rate is $28 per hour. The position includes paid training of 10–15 hours over two weeks, mileage reimbursement for travel between home and school, and reimbursement for grocery shopping.

Requirements

Energetic and engaging.
Reliable and punctual.
Confident leading a group of children.
Basic cooking skills and comfort preparing treats.
Able to commute to assigned schools.
Excited to make cooking engaging for children.

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 are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Lead groups of 15–20 students in grades K–8 through hands-on cooking activities.
Teach fun, healthy recipes using the provided curriculum.
Introduce students to basic cooking, nutrition, and kitchen safety.
Keep students engaged, excited, and involved.
Manage setup, cooking, and cleanup.
Shop for groceries and prepare ingredients as needed.
Transport program supplies to the school.