CHEF INSTRUCTOR

Job Description

Why Teach with CocuSocial?

• Flexible scheduling — teach as often as you'd like, from a few classes per month to multiple classes per week

• Competitive compensation — earn $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips

• Creative freedom — teach cuisines and recipes you're passionate about

• Established platform — we handle marketing, ticket sales, customer service, and venue partnerships

• Supportive team — receive guidance on class development, operations, and best practices

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others

• Professional culinary background

• Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or other instructional environments preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Class Concepts We're Looking For

We're currently seeking instructors comfortable teaching one or more of the following:

• Handmade Pasta

• Sushi Making

• Neapolitan or Artisan Pizza

• Dumplings

• Pad Thai

• Paella

• Street Tacos

• Empanadas

• French Pastry & Choux

• Cheese Making

• Mixology

• Wine Tasting

Additional cuisines and specialties are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup

• Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment

• Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format

• Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event

• Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences

Additional Information

About CocuSocial

CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience providers in the United States. As a minority-founded and owned company, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity across all backgrounds. Our network of Chef Instructors spans more than 30 cities nationwide, offering a wide variety of cooking, baking, mixology, and tasting experiences. We believe food brings people together and creates meaningful connections across cultures and communities.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Referral program

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Compensation:
$200-$200