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CSC Generation

Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21 - $22.34/hr

... cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans while holding employees accountable for quality and execution. · Work with store leadership to increase foot ...

CSC Generation

Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21 - $22.34/hr

... cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans while holding employees accountable for quality and execution. • Work with store leadership to increase foot ...

CSC Generation

Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

Naperville, IL · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

... cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans while holding employees accountable for quality and execution. • Work with store leadership to increase foot ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking class in Illinois is $15.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $17.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cooking class?

Cooking classes are structured sessions where individuals or groups learn how to prepare and cook different types of food. These classes can be offered in-person or online and are typically led by professional chefs or experienced instructors. Participants learn various culinary techniques, recipes, and kitchen safety practices. Cooking classes cater to all skill levels—from beginners to advanced cooks—and often focus on specific cuisines or skills such as baking, knife skills, or healthy cooking.

What are some typical challenges instructors face when leading a cooking class, and how are they addressed?

Instructors in cooking classes often encounter challenges such as managing participants with varying skill levels, keeping the class engaged, and ensuring safety in a busy kitchen. To address these, instructors prepare adaptable lesson plans, use clear demonstrations, and foster a supportive environment where questions are encouraged. Additionally, they emphasize teamwork and provide hands-on guidance to help everyone stay on track and enjoy the learning experience.

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

To thrive as a Cooking Class Instructor, you need strong culinary expertise, teaching ability, and typically a culinary degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety standards, and instructional tools (like demonstration cameras or virtual platforms) is important. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and engage students are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for delivering effective, enjoyable learning experiences and ensuring students develop practical cooking abilities safely.
Cooking Class jobs near you
Infographic showing various Cooking Class job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,931 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Culinary Cooking Class Assistant

Deerfield, IL • On-site

Taste Buds Kitchen
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$14 - $15/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the Culinary Instructor with all class preparation and clean-up activities.

  • Support the smooth operation of cooking classes by helping with organization and kitchen cleanliness.

  • Help create a positive and engaging environment for participants during cooking classes.

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Training & development

Join Taste Buds Kitchen as a Culinary Cooking Class Assistant, an excellent entry-level opportunity for those who are well-organized, enjoy working with people, and have a passion for the culinary arts. In this role, you will assist the Culinary Instructor with all class preparation and clean-up aspects.
If you have a passion for cooking, for making people smile, and the organizational skills to keep everything running smoothly in our sparkling clean kitchens, we want to meet you!
Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly pay plus tips
  • Flexible scheduling to suit your needs
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Employee discounts on our services

The Ideal candidate:
  • Can move quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Has a natural curiosity and passion for food and culinary entertainment.
  • Possesses an upbeat personality.
  • Demonstrates excellent communication skills with people of all ages.
  • Desires to learn a variety of cooking and baking techniques.
  • Has open availability in the evenings and on weekends.
  • No experience is necessary; training is provided for the right candidate.
  • Is 16+ years old, has access to reliable transportation, can stand for long periods and doesn't mind getting their hands a little messy! ;)

Who are we?
Taste Buds Kitchen has captivated the country with a refreshingly simple concept: providing culinary entertainment to kids, families, and adults in a fun, beautiful, and state-of-the-art Kitchen Studio.
  • For Kids (ages 2 to teen): We offer hands-on cooking classes, camps, birthday parties, and field trips.
  • For Adults: We provide BYOB date night cooking classes, birthday parties, bachelorettes, showers, and corporate events.

Our innovative programs are entertaining and educational, and we always strive to engage and delight our guests.
Compensation: $14.00 - $15.00 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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