Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

As a Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table, you are the in-store expert for baking and pastry arts, delivering exceptional service and sharing specialised knowledge in pastry techniques and baking fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Experience & Brand Representation: Represent Sur La Table's brand by creating memorable experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty. Deliver exceptional in-store culinary experiences focused on pastry and baking classes.
• Sales & Business Performance: Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, promoting retail items, and delivering class revenue goals.
• Team Engagement & Store Support: Assist in setting up and breaking down classes, clean and sanitise dishes and equipment, and restock kitchen supplies.
• Operations & Compliance: Ensure compliance with food safety standards, handle tools and equipment safely, and maintain accurate inventory levels.

Physical 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 lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• A degree in culinary arts is preferred; however, candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will be considered.
• 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.