After-School Children's Cooking Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Sticky Fingers Cooking® Houston West is looking to hire part-time Chef Instructor. If you're passionate about cooking, have experience working with kids, and are looking for a fun, flexible, and meaningful part-time job, we want to meet you!Why You'll Love This JobMake an Impact: Teach kids about cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.Flexibility: Perfect for your schedule-classes are typically held on weekdays (2-5 PM).Supportive Team: We provide all the tools, paid training, recipes, and ongoing support for you to succeed.Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy creating a hands-on, dynamic learning experience for kids aged 3-18.Competitive Pay: $55 to teach 1-hour class + 30 mins for setup/cleanup (on campus approx. 90 mins) and you get food reimbursement.What You'll Do Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: Teach kids how to chop, mix, measure, and create healthy, exciting recipes from around the world.Spark Creativity: Introduce kids to new ingredients, cuisines, and cultures in an engaging, interactive way.Stay Organized: Prepare for classes using provided curricula, shop for fresh ingredients, and set up a fun, safe environment.Be the Face of Fun: Inspire and encourage kids as they gain confidence in the kitchen.QualificationsAvailable to teach 1 hour classes (on campus approx. 90 mins) at least 2 days a week between 2-5 PM, Mondays- Fridays. Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8-14 kids.Must arrive on campus 15-30 minutes prior to scheduled class time. Varies per school.Able to commit to teaching sessions that run 4-12 weeks.Have or willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.Must have a reliable means of transportation.Must pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment.No professional cooking experience requiredExperience working with kids of varying ages is a plus!A Day in the Life of a Chef InstructorAs a Sticky Fingers Cooking® instructor, you'll travel to different schools in your area to bring "the kitchen" to kids. Using our already developed recipes, you'll teach them essential cooking skills, food safety, and the history and culture behind each dish-all while fostering creativity and confidence. From slicing and dicing to learning about global cuisines, kids will have a blast in your classes, and so will you!About Sticky Fingers Cooking®Our dedicated, talented and creative team has taught thousands of children as part of enrichment school classes, summer camps, birthday parties, and special events since 2011. Our philosophy is that kids are only impacted if we have great instructors who are passionate about what they do. We attract and retain such amazing instructors by offering great pay, a friendly schedule, all the needed equipment and tools, paid training, individualized support, and FUN!Join Our Team and Get Kids Cooking!If this sounds like a good fit for you, apply today! We look forward to meeting you!