Children’s Culinary Instructor & Classroom Assistant (Part-Time + Seasonal Camps)
About The Position
Young Chefs Academy has been teaching children the joy and value of cooking for twenty years. Our hands-on classes inspire confidence, creativity, independence, and real-life kitchen skills. We believe cooking is a powerful way for kids to learn academically, socially, and personally. We are hiring both Lead Culinary Instructors and Classroom Assistants for weekly after-school & evening classes, weekday homeschool classes, weekday field trip programs for schools & community groups, weekend birthday parties & family workshops, and school break camps & summer camps. Whether you’re a teacher, culinary enthusiast, camp counselor, or energetic student who loves working with kids, we have a place for you on our team.
Requirements
- A genuine love for working with children
- Positive energy, warmth, and patience
- Reliable, responsible, and good communication skills
- Interest in cooking — no professional culinary background required
- Age 16+ (Assistants)
- 21+ preferred for Lead Instructors
Nice To Haves
- Leadership skills and confidence (for Lead Instructors)
- Experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring kids is a bonus
- CPR/First Aid welcome (reimbursed after hire if needed)
Responsibilities
- Teach hands-on cooking classes for ages 4+ (classes range from 60-90 minutes)
- Lead field trips and homeschool programs using the Young Chefs Academy Franchise curriculum
- Manage classroom flow and keep students engaged and safe while also connecting one on one
- Lead birthday parties, workshops, and special events
- Guide students in developing real culinary and life skills
- Foster a positive, supportive learning environment
- Support the instructor during classes, field trips, and camps
- Help students follow recipes and use tools safely
- Prep ingredients and cooking stations
- Assist with kitchen & location cleanup and organization
- Help create a fun, welcoming, confidence-building environment
Benefits
- Competitive pay (based on role + experience)
- Highly flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility
- Make a real impact — help kids build confidence, curiosity & life skills
- Immediate family members and/or children of employees may participate in Young Chefs Academy classes and camps at no cost, based on space availability and management approval
- Weekly Membership Classes (a value of approximately $189 per month or $59 per class)
- Culinary Camps (a value of approximately $375 per weekly session)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
