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Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)

New York, NY · 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 ...

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Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)

Darien, CT · On-site

$18 - $23/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)

Darien, CT · On-site

$18 - $23/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)

New York, NY · 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 ...

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Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

New York, NY · On-site

$68K - $72K/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 ...

CSC Generation

Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

New York, NY

$68K - $72K/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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How much do cooking class jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking class in New York is $17.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $20.00 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.

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Infographic showing various Cooking Class job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,180 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Culinary Cooking Class Instructor

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Taste Buds Kitchen
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$25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 2 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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