Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

Oklahoma City, OK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

Training and development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Sur La Table is a renowned retail company specializing in premium-quality kitchenware and culinary products with over 50 stores across the United States. It is recognized for having the largest avocational cooking program in the nation, offering a unique blend of exclusive goods for the kitchen and dining, coupled with expert culinary instruction. Sur La Table's commitment to culinary excellence and customer experience makes it a leader in the retail cooking industry. Their stores provide customers with an inspiring environment where cooking and sharing food are celebrated as sources of joy and community. The company culture emphasizes hands-on learning, expert... Show More

Job Requirements

Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours at a time
Ability to move about the store directing class participants while selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
Capability to accurately perceive and differentiate variations in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, or to identify specific tastes or scents using the tongue or nose
Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch to demonstrate, retrieve and/or replenish merchandise and/or cooking equipment
Ability to use hands to seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice and/or demonstrate other techniques
Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs
Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise
Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work
Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, with a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Regular and predictable attendance with the flexibility to adjust class assignments based on demand
Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment included but not limited to open flames, hot surfaces, temperature variations, various food allergens both physical and airborne

Job Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment
A degree in culinary arts is preferred
Candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will 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

Job Duties

Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty
Deliver an exceptional in-store culinary experience focused on pastry and baking classes that reflects Sur La Table’s passion for food, teaching, and high standards
Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills in a clear, encouraging, and approachable manner
Maintain expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources
Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging second class sign-ups through strong customer engagement, and promoting retail items used or featured in class
Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates
Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes including organizing mise en place, prepping ingredients, and cleaning workstations

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