After-School Cooking Teacher

LIFT Enrichment • Los Angeles, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

LIFT Enrichment is seeking enthusiastic Chef Teachers to lead fun, hands-on cooking workshops for students in Title I schools. Since 2010, LIFT Enrichment has taught over 75,000 students and built a team of over 200 Chef Teachers. No professional chef experience is required as training is provided. The role involves teaching two workshops per day, with approximately 5 hours of paid work covering preparation, teaching, and cleanup.

Requirements

• Able to commute to assigned schools
• Basic cooking skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Confident leading a group of children
• Energetic and engaging personality

Nice To Haves

• Teacher, para-professional or retired educator
• Coach or Camp counselor
• Childcare provider
• Chef or home cook
• College student
• Enthusiastic educator looking for part-time work

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 15–20 students (K-8th grade) through hands-on cooking activities.
• Teach fun, healthy recipes using the provided curriculum.
• Introduce kids to basic cooking, nutrition, and kitchen safety.
• Keep students engaged, excited, and involved.
• Manage setup, cooking, and cleanup.
• Grocery shop and prep ingredients as needed.
• Transport program supplies to the school.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to cookbooks and recipes
• Reimbursement for grocery shopping
• Time tracking for fair pay
• Chef Teacher Support

What This Job Offers

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