Summer Program Cooking Class Instructor

Taste Buds Kitchen - Wellesley • Wellesley, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Taste Buds Kitchen, the Summer Program Cooking Instructor hosts cooking classes for children from the age of four up into the teens! We are looking for a high-energy individual who enjoys inspiring those around them to have fun in the Kitchen. The right candidate should have prior culinary experience, a passion for the culinary arts, and the organizational skills required to plan and host a great cooking class experience for children. You must be at least 18 years old to be considered.

Requirements

• You are a self-starter who can work in a fast-paced environment and move quickly
• You have a natural curiosity and passion for food & culinary entertainment
• You have an upbeat personality with an infectious smile
• You are eager to get your hands dirty
• You communicate well with children
• You are confident in a range of cooking and baking techniques
• You are comfortable speaking in front of a group with an amplified speaking voice
• You have at least one or more years of experience entertaining kids and/or adults
• You have relevant cooking and restaurant experience, but this is not a requirement
• You have formal teaching experience and training in education and childhood development, but this is not a requirement
• You are able to stand for long periods of time and lift 45 pounds
• You are first aid/CPR certified
• You enjoy the small business atmosphere
• You must be at least 18 years old

Responsibilities

• Host amazing cooking classes teaching children from the age of four up into the teens
• Engage and teach guests about various cooking and baking skills related to the class menu
• Create a friendly, energetic, and consistent experience for our guests
• You will be responsible for the success of the event from start to finish
• Interact with all guests to ensure customer satisfaction
• Sometimes you will work solo, but typically you will manage and supervise a team of culinary assistants for larger classes
• Set up before class and clean-up after
• Create a controlled, safe, and clean environment
• Provide first aid / CPR treatment if needed

Benefits

• Great part-time summer job with the ability for more hours for those with open availability
• Competitive hourly pay ($25/hr)
• Steady employment
• Opportunity for advancement for those with passion, skill, and talent
• Social events
• Employee discounts
• Free t-shirt

What This Job Offers

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