Seasonal Chef Instructor (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation•Wichita, KS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Chef Instructor at Sur La Table is an in-store culinary expert who teaches savory cooking, pastry and baking, or both. The instructor delivers engaging, hands-on classes and personalized instruction in culinary techniques and fundamentals, following provided recipes and class plans. The role also supports retail sales by promoting products used or featured in classes and creating positive customer experiences that encourage repeat visits and customer loyalty. The instructor supports kitchen and store operations by preparing and cleaning class workstations, maintaining supplies and inventory, and following food-safety, sanitation, alcohol-handling, wage-and-hour, and company operating requirements. The position requires 12–16 hours of availability per week, with a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays; scheduled hours may vary with business needs. The work takes place in a variable kitchen environment and includes physical activity such as standing, moving merchandise, using kitchen tools, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

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.
Available to work 12–16 hours per week, with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to remain standing for up to four hours at a time; move around the store; perform reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching, and hand-intensive food preparation; lift or move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds; and climb ladders.
Ability to perceive differences in flavors and odors or identify specific tastes and scents.
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; extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

Represent the Sur La Table brand and create memorable, educational experiences that encourage repeat visits and customer loyalty.
Teach savory cooking, pastry, and baking classes using provided recipes and game plans, communicating technical concepts in an approachable way.
Maintain culinary and product expertise by participating in available training and seeking additional resources.
Promote retail products used or featured in classes and encourage customers to sign up for additional classes.
Meet culinary program and class revenue goals, with performance measured by enrollment, retail sales, second-class sign-ups, guest feedback, and return rates.
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, sanitation regulations, and applicable alcohol regulations and company policies.
Handle tools, ingredients, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain accurate inventory, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses.
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.