Chef Instructor, Savory (Sur La Table)

As a Chef Instructor, Savory at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert and advocate for all things savory cooking. You deliver #bestincenter service, a company-wide standard for excellence in service, by sharing specialized knowledge in culinary techniques, cooking fundamentals, and personalized instruction that supports all company initiatives. The Chef Instructor, Savory plays a key role in inspiring a love for cooking while driving sales of cookware, cutlery, and kitchen tools through hands-on savory classes and engaging culinary instruction.

Responsibilities

Represent Sur La Table's brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty; Deliver exceptional in-store culinary experiences focused on savory cooking classes; Communicate technical cooking concepts and savory techniques in a clear, encouraging, and approachable manner; Maintain expertise by staying current on products and engaging in available training; Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging second class sign-ups, and promoting retail items; Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates; Meet or exceed culinary program goals measured by key KPIs; Assist in setup and breakdown of classes including organizing mise en place, prepping ingredients, and cleaning workstations; Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment; Assist with restocking, organizing, and maintaining kitchen supplies; Ensure compliance with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations; Properly handle all tools, ingredients, and kitchen equipment; Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses; May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with regulations; Ensure store safety and cleanliness; Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws; Model and ensure consistent adherence to Sur La Table policies and SOPs

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

Nice to have

A degree in culinary arts is preferred; however, candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will be considered in lieu of formal education