Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and advocate for all things baking and pastry arts. You deliver #bestincenter service, a company-wide standard for excellence in service, by sharing specialized knowledge in pastry techniques, baking fundamentals, and personalized instruction that supports all company initiatives.

Responsibilities

Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences; Deliver an exceptional in-store culinary experience focused on pastry and baking classes; Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills in a clear, encouraging, and approachable manner; Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards and promoting retail items used or featured in class; Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates; Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including organizing mise en place, prepping ingredients, and cleaning workstations; Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment promptly; Ensure compliance with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment; 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; Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours at a time; Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs; Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, with a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice to have

Degree in culinary arts