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Demonstration Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Delivers excellent customer service while teaching hands-on demonstration, chefs table classes, hosting private events in the Cooking School, and catering on and off-site special events and banquets

... and demonstration pipeline for large scale production environment. Candidate should have strong experience building chef cookbooks and have taken them into production for the following servers:

... and demonstration pipeline for large scale production environment. Candidate should have strong experience building chef cookbooks and have taken them into production for the following servers:

Chef / Sous Chef

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Chef / Sous Chef Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Location: Gallions / Shunk Gulley ... The ideal candidate is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates ...

Chef / Sous Chef

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Chef / Sous Chef Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Location: Gallions / Shunk Gulley ... The ideal candidate is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates ...

Demonstrates a positive attitude and actions through a display of courtesy, service, cooperation, hospitality, and professionalism to the membership, guests, and fellow employees. YOUR LIFE AS A CHEF ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA

$68K - $80K/yr

$68000 per year - $80000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Area Chef

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Area Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners ...

Sous Chef, Boston

Boston, MA

$54K - $73K/yr

SOUS CHEF ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Sous Chef, you will support our Restaurant Leaders to drive culinary and hospitality excellence in our scratch-based kitchen. With a genuine love for cooking delicious ...

Area Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners ...

Area Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners ...

Sous Chef

Troy, MI

$47K - $64K/yr

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

$65000 per year - $75000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef Job Location: Des Plaines-USA-60016 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 74,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted ...

Sous Chef, Boston

Boston, MA · On-site

$54K - $73K/yr

SOUS CHEF ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Sous Chef, you will support our Restaurant Leaders to drive culinary and hospitality excellence in our scratch-based kitchen. With a genuine love for cooking delicious ...

Sous Chef

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

$65000 per year - $75000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA · On-site

$68K - $80K/yr

$68000 per year - $80000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

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How much do demonstration chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for demonstration chef in the United States is $46.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.49 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Demonstration Chef?

As a Demonstration Chef, your daily tasks often include preparing ingredients, setting up and conducting live cooking demonstrations, and cleaning up afterward. You’ll interact directly with customers or event attendees, answer questions about recipes and products, and sometimes provide samples or distribute promotional materials. You may also collaborate with store managers, vendors, or brand representatives to plan upcoming demonstrations and ensure compliance with safety and food handling standards. This role requires adaptability, as you might need to modify demonstrations based on audience size, kitchen set-ups, or specific product features being highlighted.

What is a Demonstration Chef job?

A Demonstration Chef is a culinary professional who showcases cooking techniques, recipes, and food products to audiences in retail stores, trade shows, cooking classes, or online platforms. They engage with customers, explain product benefits, and provide live cooking demonstrations to promote brands or educate on culinary techniques. Strong communication skills, presentation abilities, and culinary expertise are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Demonstration Chef position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Demonstration Chef, you need strong culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and often formal training from a culinary school. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and sometimes experience with point-of-sale or demonstration software are essential. Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills help you engage and educate diverse audiences. These abilities ensure that demonstrations are informative, engaging, and comply with safety standards, ultimately promoting products and enhancing customer satisfaction.

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Cooking School Chef

Cooking School Chef

Harmons

Draper, UT • On-site

$66K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Harmons Grocery rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 70 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 114 rated grocery stores


Job description

$66,000 PER YEAR
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The primary purpose of this position is to be a Harmon's brand ambassador, to build foodie culture by teaching customers the recipes, skills, and techniques they need to prepare meals at home using the high-quality products, tools, and ingredients Harmons sells. This position manages the Cooking School department under the direction of the Store Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Follows established departmental and store policies and procedures
  • Manages the operations of the Cooking School department under the direction of the Store Director
  • Ensures the Cooking School is clean, well-maintained, and meets company standards of appearance
  • Works closely with the Cooking School Coordinator to oversee business and front-of-house operations
  • Oversees, trains, and guides the Cooking School Instructor Sous Chef
  • Sets the pace of the Cooking School under the direction of the Store Director and the VP of Marketing
  • Delivers excellent customer service while teaching hands-on demonstration, chefs table classes, hosting private events in the Cooking School, and catering on and off-site special events and banquets
  • Develop recipes for use in the Cooking School and elsewhere within Harmons
  • Works to continually improve Cooking School performance and sales
  • Effectively markets and sells Harmons' products
  • Completes assigned tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Stays within inventory, budgeted projections, and contributes to the company's gross profit goals
  • Sets a professional and positive example to others
  • Communicates effectively and works closely with the Cooking School Coordinator
  • Communicates openly and frequently with Store Director
  • Ensures company standards for safety, sanitation, and productivity are maintained

MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Consistently prepares and submits requested reports regarding Cooking School performance
  • Mentors, provides feedback, and completes necessary paperwork for Cooking School Instructor Sous Chef and Cooking School student interns
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:
  • Consistent and daily interaction with store associates
  • Consistent and daily interaction with customers

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:
A 2-year college or technical school degree in culinary arts; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Ability to multitask while teaching
  • Have current TIPS Certification and Food Handler's Permit
  • Possess a wide range of knowledge in food, quality ingredients, food preparation, knife skills, cooking techniques, culinary sanitation and hygiene, kitchen safety, and food presentation
  • Is approachable, personable, relaxed, and passionate
  • Experience catering private events and medium to large scale banquets
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, maintain focus while multitasking, and balance friendliness with efficiency
  • Ability to interpret policies and procedures
  • Possess excellent organization and planning skills
  • Must possess solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills in order to effectively and efficiently communicate with diverse groups of people
  • Ability to professionally and appropriately handle conflict
  • Must possess the ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for one's own success as well as the success of your team
  • Required to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills and techniques
  • Possess integrity, a positive attitude, be mission-driven, and be self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons mission, the Harmons Cooking School mission, and commitment to working collaboratively
  • Continually strives to be product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, consistent, and forward focused
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment with the possibility of frequent exposure to hot, cold, and wet conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to grasp, push, pull, carry, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach; perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and eye, hand, and foot coordination; hear and respond to customer inquiries. Also requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire workday and the ability to maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds from location to location.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.

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