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Jackie Restaurant

Line Cook

Washington, DC

$18 - $20/hr

Candidates must be detail-oriented, have solid knowledge of cooking techniques, and possess the ... selection of world-class draft beers, ciders and meads. An anchor for the growing Navy Yard ...

Jackie Restaurant

Line Cook

Washington, DC · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Candidates must be detail-oriented, have solid knowledge of cooking techniques, and possess the ... selection of world-class draft beers, ciders and meads. An anchor for the growing Navy Yard ...

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Intrepidgs

Cook

Mclean, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Follows basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving ... As a world-class leader in providing seasoned program management, IAH leverages and integrates its ...

Intrepid

Cook

Mclean, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

... cooking, meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables, seasons and cooks all cuts of various meats, fish ... As a world-class leader in providing seasoned program management, IAH leverages and integrates its ...

Cosmos Club

Cook

Washington, DC · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Do you want the opportunity to provide world class service at a place that takes care of their team? If you answered yes, please know that Cosmos Club is seeking a Full-Time Cook to further provide ...

Cosmos Club

Cook

Washington, DC · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Do you want the opportunity to provide world class service at a place that takes care of their team?If you answered yes, please know that Cosmos Club is seeking a Full-Time Cook to further provide ...

Cosmos Club

Cook

Washington, DC · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Do you want the opportunity to provide world class service at a place that takes care of their team? If you answered yes, please know that Cosmos Club is seeking a Full-Time Cook to further provide ...

Ruth's Chris

Line Cook

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Reston, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Fairfax, VA

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Reston, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Tysons Corner, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris

Line Cook

Washington, DC

$18.40 - $34/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris

Line Cook

Tysons Corner, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Arlington, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $23.50/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Line Cook

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$15 - $27.25/hr

Our Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. This application may be used for Sides ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking class in Washington is $18.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $20.67 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 Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,490 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

After-School Cooking and STEAM Instructor

Washington, DC • On-site

iCook After School
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about iCook After Schoolexternal

$80/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
iCook/ iSTEAM After School is an innovative educational company that provides a really fun, hands-on after-school cooking and nutrition education program for children age K-4. The focus of the program is to enrich the lives of children by teaching them to love everything about food - cooking, eating delicious and healthful dishes, and learning about different cultures and stories behind the food. The iSTEAM program focuses on hands-on and observable experiments. Instructors will teach provided lesson plans related to basics of Engineering and Tech, Chemistry, Science through Art, and beyond.
We are looking for people who will share our passion for education, food, and, most importantly, making a difference in lives of our little chefs. This is an amazing opportunity to have a job that makes an impact on children's lives while keeping a flexible, part-time schedule with classes near you. Our educators come from different backgrounds: nutritionist, educators, stay at home parents looking for extra income, students, chefs and many more.
What you will be doing:
  • Lead after school cooking/STEAM classes for elementary students (K-4) while getting them excited about trying fun and creative recipes and or experiments, new foods, and encouraging them to learn about new cuisines and cultures.
  • Teach provided lesson plans related to basics of nutrition and healthy eating to kids in a fun and engaging way
  • Introduce kids to basic cutting and measuring techniques, food safety, table manners and other concepts provided in the curriculum
  • Purchase groceries for each class based on the recipes provided (we reimburse separately for the groceries)

What we are looking for:
  • Experience working with large group of kids (can be in school setting, summer camp etc.)
  • Enthusiastic about teaching, cooking and nutrition
  • Effective classroom management skills
  • Energetic personality and ability to keep students engaged during the class
  • Punctuality and reliability, with access to a reliable form of transportation

What your schedule will look like:
  • All our classes run in the afternoon between 3-5pm, depending on the school, and typically run for one hour.
  • Classes run once per day, Monday through Friday, so the maximum is 5 classes per week (one per day).
  • We do our best to match you with schools convenient to you, but the number of days and specific schedule you're offered depends on your start date, completion of onboarding, and current class availability in your area.
  • Pay: $80 per class (1 hour class time). This rate accounts for approximately two hours of total work per class, including preparation and clean-up.

Requirements
Additional Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DCPS Clearance.
  • If not currently cleared, the selected candidate must successfully complete the DCPS clearance process prior to working in DCPS schools.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to stand and move throughout a classroom setting during program instruction.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and kneel as needed during program setup, instruction, and cleanup.
  • Ability to regularly lift, carry, and transport program materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to load and unload program supplies from a vehicle, as applicable.
  • Ability to travel to assigned program locations.

Salary Description
$80 per class (1 hour long)

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