Chef Instructor, Kids Cooking Program Seattle Eastside & Bellevue
Overview
Coach kids in hands on cooking classes at various sites in Bellevue and greater Seattle Eastside. Lead engaging, safe, age appropriate lessons for groups of 8-14 children and partner with schools and communities. Bring enthusiasm for healthy foods, diverse ingredients, and cultural flavors to life in a playful, instructional setting that supports kids development. This role blends teaching, kitchen skills, and curriculum delivery with paid training and ongoing support.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and deliver hour long cooking enrichment classes for kids 3-18 using creative recipes and hands on instruction
- 2Design and reinforce basic kitchen skills including washing, cutting, grating, stirring, measuring, and safety while teaching nutrition and food culture
- 3Review weekly class curricula and shop for fresh ingredients to prepare for instruction
- 4Engage a diverse group of students, manage class dynamics, and maintain a positive learning environment
- 5Inspire healthy eating habits and curiosity about world cuisines through interactive activities
- 6Collaborate with team to ensure smooth on site operations at multiple locations
- 7Document and communicate class progress and student engagement to families and program coordinators
- 8Participate in paid training, ongoing support, and feedback cycles to improve delivery
- 9Represent Sticky Fingers Cooking with professionalism and warmth to students, parents, and school staff
- 10Ensure compliance with fingerprint background checks and local safety requirements
Requirements10
- 1Availability at least 2 days a week Monday Friday between 2-5pm
- 2Commitment to teaching full sessions ranging from 4-12 weeks
- 3Washington Food Worker Card (can obtain before teaching)
- 4Ability to manage and engage a group of 8-14 children with diverse backgrounds
- 5Access to reliable transportation
- 6Punctual and reliable
- 7No professional cooking experience required
- 8Experience working with kids of varying ages is a plus
- 9Onsite presence at different locations in your area
- 10Positive communication with team and families
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$40k per year
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