CSC Generation
Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)
CSC Generation, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)
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Overview With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table, along with culinary expertise and inspiration. The role focuses on in-store pastry expertise, delivering hands-on classes, and supporting sales and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Experience & Brand Representation: Represent Sur La Table’s brand by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
Deliver in-store pastry and baking classes that reflect Sur La Table’s passion for food and high standards, following provided recipes and plans to ensure consistency and quality.
Communicate technical pastry concepts and advanced skills clearly, encouraging learning.
Maintain expertise by staying current on products and actively engaging in available training.
Sales & Business Performance: Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging class sign-ups, and promoting retail items used in class.
Deliver class revenue goals through high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates.
Meet or exceed program goals by delivering exceptional classes that drive engagement and sales, with performance measured by KPIs such as second-class sign-ups, retail sales, and Google reviews.
Team Engagement & Store Support: Assist in class setup and breakdown, organize mise en place, prep ingredients, and clean workstations; restock and maintain kitchen supplies.
Operations & Compliance: Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance; handle tools and equipment safely; maintain inventory, minimize shrink, and control expenses; may handle liquor/wine/beer per regulations; ensure store safety and cleanliness; adhere to wage/hour laws and SLT policies.
Physical & Availability Requirements: Communicate effectively, stand for extended periods, move around the store, demonstrate techniques, lift up to 50 lbs, operate POS systems, and maintain a flexible schedule (12-16 hours/week, including nights, weekends, holidays) with regular attendance and adaptability to demand.
Qualifications & Experience
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience and demonstrated proficiency may be considered in lieu of formal education.
1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
Valid Food Manager Certification.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
$19 - $20.21 an hour
This job description is a summary and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Sur La Table reserves the right to alter this description at any time. Sur La Table is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
Other Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
It is lawful in some states to require a lie detector test; consult local requirements as applicable.
For accommodations due to disability during the application process, please contact hrbenefits@cscshared.com.
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Overview With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table, along with culinary expertise and inspiration. The role focuses on in-store pastry expertise, delivering hands-on classes, and supporting sales and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Experience & Brand Representation: Represent Sur La Table’s brand by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
Deliver in-store pastry and baking classes that reflect Sur La Table’s passion for food and high standards, following provided recipes and plans to ensure consistency and quality.
Communicate technical pastry concepts and advanced skills clearly, encouraging learning.
Maintain expertise by staying current on products and actively engaging in available training.
Sales & Business Performance: Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging class sign-ups, and promoting retail items used in class.
Deliver class revenue goals through high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates.
Meet or exceed program goals by delivering exceptional classes that drive engagement and sales, with performance measured by KPIs such as second-class sign-ups, retail sales, and Google reviews.
Team Engagement & Store Support: Assist in class setup and breakdown, organize mise en place, prep ingredients, and clean workstations; restock and maintain kitchen supplies.
Operations & Compliance: Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance; handle tools and equipment safely; maintain inventory, minimize shrink, and control expenses; may handle liquor/wine/beer per regulations; ensure store safety and cleanliness; adhere to wage/hour laws and SLT policies.
Physical & Availability Requirements: Communicate effectively, stand for extended periods, move around the store, demonstrate techniques, lift up to 50 lbs, operate POS systems, and maintain a flexible schedule (12-16 hours/week, including nights, weekends, holidays) with regular attendance and adaptability to demand.
Qualifications & Experience
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience and demonstrated proficiency may be considered in lieu of formal education.
1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
Valid Food Manager Certification.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
$19 - $20.21 an hour
This job description is a summary and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Sur La Table reserves the right to alter this description at any time. Sur La Table is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
Other Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
It is lawful in some states to require a lie detector test; consult local requirements as applicable.
For accommodations due to disability during the application process, please contact hrbenefits@cscshared.com.
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