Chef Instructor

The role

  • Plan and lead a hands-on class start to finish
  • Classes at interesting venues around the city — restaurants, hotels, cafés, event spaces
  • Groups of up to 26 guests, most often evenings and weekends
  • In-person only (venue within 30 minutes commute)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs required

What you might teach

Handmade pasta, French pastry, dumplings, sushi, paella — or a cuisine that's your own. We build the class list around instructors' strengths, not the other way around.

Why teach with CocuSocial

  • Flexible schedule — teach as often as suits you
  • $200–$350 per class, plus tips
  • Marketing, bookings, and guest communication handled by CocuSocial
  • Support developing and refining your class format

Who we're looking for

  • Culinary experience: chef, caterer, culinary instructor, culinary school grad, or accomplished self-taught cook
  • Comfortable leading a group and teaching in a clear, hands-on way
  • Reliable and organized
  • Evening and weekend availability

Nice to have

  • Prior teaching or demonstration experience
  • ServSafe or Equivalent (Required)
  • Access to a venue that could host classes (home kitchen, restaurant, event space)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

See also

Hospitality jobs by country — openings, pay and top skills →

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