Seasonal Chef Instructor, Savory (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation•Woodland Hills, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Chef Instructor, Savory is Sur La Table’s in-store expert and advocate for savory cooking. The instructor delivers the company’s #bestincenter service by sharing culinary knowledge, cooking fundamentals, and personalized instruction. Through hands-on savory cooking classes, the role inspires customers to cook and supports sales of cookware, cutlery, and kitchen tools. The instructor creates memorable, educational customer experiences and teaches classes using provided recipes and game plans. The role also supports class setup and cleanup, kitchen readiness, food safety, inventory control, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The position requires 12–16 hours of availability per week, with a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays; scheduled hours may vary based on business needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old at the time of employment.
1–2 years of kitchen operations experience.
Valid Food Manager Certification.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers.
Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours at a time; move around the store; and grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed.
Ability to use hands to perform or demonstrate cooking techniques, including chopping, whisking, slicing, stirring, and juicing.
Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds and ascend or descend ladders.
Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboard, merchandise scanners, and mouse.
Availability for 12–16 hours per week, with a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment, including exposure to open flames, hot surfaces, temperature variations, and physical or airborne food allergens.
Ability to accurately perceive and differentiate flavors or odors, or identify specific tastes or scents.

Nice To Haves

A degree in culinary arts is preferred; candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable educational experiences that encourage repeat visits and customer loyalty.
Deliver savory cooking classes following provided recipes and game plans, and explain cooking concepts and techniques clearly and approachably.
Maintain product and culinary knowledge through training and independent learning.
Drive sales by maintaining kitchen standards, encouraging enrollment in additional classes, and promoting retail products used or featured in class.
Support class revenue and culinary program goals through strong enrollment, positive guest feedback, and repeat visits.
Set up and break down classes, organize mise en place, prepare ingredients, and clean workstations.
Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment, and restock, organize, and maintain kitchen supplies and tools.
Comply with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations.
Handle tools, ingredients, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain accurate inventory, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses.
When applicable, handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with alcohol regulations and company policies, including age restrictions.
Maintain store safety and cleanliness and promptly address maintenance needs.
Follow wage and hour laws, accurately record time worked, and adhere to company policies and standard operating procedures.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and adjust class assignments based on demand.