Seasonal Chef Instructor (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation•Dallas, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Seasonal Chef Instructor at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and advocate for the culinary arts, specializing in savory cooking, pastry and baking, or both. You deliver the company’s #bestincenter service standard by sharing culinary and pastry techniques, cooking and baking fundamentals, and personalized instruction that supports company initiatives. Through hands-on classes and engaging instruction, you inspire a love for cooking and baking while driving sales of cookware, cutlery, bakeware, mixers, and kitchen tools. The role also supports class setup and cleanup, kitchen readiness, food safety, inventory control, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This position requires 12–16 hours of availability per week on a flexible schedule, including 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.
Demonstrated proficiency in savory cooking, pastry and baking, or both.
1–2 years of kitchen operations experience.
Valid Food Manager Certification.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Availability to work 12–16 hours per week on a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays; scheduled hours may vary based on business needs.
Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers.
Ability to stand for up to 4 hours at a time, move around the store, and demonstrate or retrieve merchandise and equipment.
Ability to perceive and differentiate flavors and odors, and identify tastes or scents.
Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and use hands to demonstrate cooking techniques.
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 scanner, and mouse.
Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment that may include open flames, hot surfaces, temperature variations, and physical or airborne food allergens.

Nice To Haves

A degree in culinary arts is preferred; candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency may be considered instead.

Responsibilities

Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable educational experiences that encourage repeat visits and customer loyalty.
Teach savory, pastry, and baking classes using provided recipes and game plans, maintaining consistency and quality.
Explain cooking concepts and techniques clearly, encouragingly, and accessibly.
Stay current on products, participate in available training, and seek additional learning resources.
Promote retail products featured or used in class and encourage customers to sign up for additional classes.
Meet class revenue and culinary program goals through enrollment, positive reviews, guest return rates, and strong customer engagement.
Set up and break down classes, organize mise en place, prepare ingredients, and clean workstations.
Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment promptly; restock, organize, and maintain kitchen supplies and tools.
Follow 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 supplies and culinary expenses.
When applicable, handle liquor, wine, and beer in accordance with state and location 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.
Attend work regularly and predictably, adjusting class assignments when demand requires.