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CocuSocial

Chef Instructor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Company Description About CocuSocial CocuSocial is a premier marketplace for cooking and tasting ... Oversee class setup, ingredient prep, and other logistical details. * Offer guidance and feedback ...

CocuSocial

Chef Instructor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Company Description About CocuSocial CocuSocial is a premier marketplace for cooking and tasting ... Oversee class setup, ingredient prep, and other logistical details. * Offer guidance and feedback ...

CocuSocial

Chef Instructor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Company Description About CocuSocial CocuSocial is a premier marketplace for cooking and tasting ... Oversee class setup, ingredient prep, and other logistical details. * Offer guidance and feedback ...

Cocusocial - New York

Culinary Instructor

New York, NY

$200 - $375/day

... person cooking classes in more than 30 metropolitan areas. The classes will be hosted at our ... per class with the potential of up to teaching 7 days a week. 3. Work with a supportive team to ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking class instructor in New York is $22.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.36 and $23.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cooking class instructor?

A Cooking Class Instructor is a professional who teaches individuals or groups how to prepare and cook various dishes. They design lesson plans, demonstrate cooking techniques, and provide guidance on ingredients, utensils, and kitchen safety. Instructors may specialize in specific cuisines or dietary styles and often work in cooking schools, community centers, or private settings. Their goal is to educate and inspire students to develop culinary skills and confidence in the kitchen.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cooking class instructor?

To thrive as a Cooking Class Instructor, you need advanced culinary skills, teaching experience, and often a culinary degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety regulations, and lesson planning software is beneficial. Excellent communication, patience, and adaptability are essential soft skills for engaging and instructing diverse groups of learners. These abilities ensure students have a positive, safe, and educational experience while meeting class objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by cooking class instructors, and how can they be addressed?

Cooking Class Instructors often navigate challenges such as managing students with varying skill levels, ensuring food safety in a classroom setting, and maintaining an engaging learning environment. Adapting lesson plans to suit different abilities and pacing, as well as fostering an inclusive, supportive atmosphere, can help overcome these obstacles. Instructors should stay up to date with food safety best practices and continually seek feedback to refine their teaching methods. Building strong communication skills and being prepared for unexpected changes—like ingredient shortages or equipment issues—also contributes to a successful and enjoyable class experience.

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Culinary Cooking Class Instructor

Taste Buds Kitchen

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement

Culinary Cooking Class Instructor Job Description:
At Taste Buds Kitchen, the Culinary Cooking Class Instructor hosts a variety of cooking classes for kids, families, and adults! 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 cooking classes and events for people of all ages.
What we offer:
  • Competitive pay
  • Plus tips! (some events do not allow for tips, but most do)
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Social Events
  • Employee Discounts
  • Free T- Shirt

Culinary Cooking Class Instructor Responsibilities:
  • We host events seven days a week, for part-time positions, you must be able to work five or more events a week, for full-time positions, we ask that you have open availability, including nights and weekends.
  • Instruct cooking classes, camps, and parties for ages 2-99
  • Engage and teach guests about various cooking/baking skills related to the class menu
  • Create a friendly, energetic, and consistent experience for our guests
  • Responsible for the success of the event from start to finish
  • Interact with all guests to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Sometimes you will work solo. Other times you will manage and supervise a team of culinary assistants for larger events
  • Set up before class and clean-up after
  • Create a controlled, safe, and clean environment
  • Provide first aid / CPR treatment if needed

Culinary Cooking Class Instructor Qualifications:
  • Self-starter who can work in a fast-paced environment and move quickly
  • Natural curiosity and passion for food & culinary entertainment
  • Upbeat personality with an infectious smile
  • Eagerness to get your hands dirty
  • Great communication skills with children
  • Confident with a range of cooking and baking techniques and speaking in front of a group with an amplified speaking voice
  • At least one or more years of experience entertaining kids and/or adults
  • Formal culinary education or relevant restaurant experience is a plus
  • Formal teaching experience and training in education, childhood development, or related field is a plus
  • Be able to stand for long periods of time and lift 45 pounds
  • Be first aid/CPR certified
  • Enjoy the atmosphere of a small business

Who are we?
Taste Buds Kitchen has taken the country by storm with a refreshingly simple concept. We provide culinary entertainment to kids, families, and adults in a fun, beautiful, and state-of-the-art Kitchen Studio. Kids ages 2 to teen love our hands-on cooking classes, camps, birthday parties, and field trips. Adults love our BYOB date night cooking classes, birthday parties, bachelorettes, showers, and corporate events. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational! We always strive to engage and delight our guests.
Interested? Apply today to learn more!
Compensation: $25.00 per hour
About Us
Taste Buds Kitchen has taken the country by storm with a refreshingly simple concept. We provide culinary entertainment to kids, families and adults in a fun, beautiful and state-of-the art Kitchen Studio. Kids ages 2 to teen love our hands-on cooking classes, camps, birthday parties and field trips. Adults love our byob date night cooking classes, birthday parties, bachelorettes, showers and corporate events. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational. We always strive to engage and delight our guests.
Job Opportunities
We have incredible career opportunities in each of our growing Kitchen Studios nationwide, as well as our corporate office. Get involved in an exciting and growing company. We are always looking for dynamic talent to join our fun-loving and hard-working team! Perfect for culinary professionals, passionate foodies, teachers, managers, administrators, marketers and college and high school students alike.

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