What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Chef Instructors (Kids + Adults) position at Sticky Fingers Cooking Central New Jersey?
Sticky Fingers Cooking® is looking for enthusiastic, reliable part-time Chef Instructors to lead hands-on cooking classes for children and older adults across our service area.
If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy working with people of all ages, and want a flexible, meaningful role that fits daytime and after-school hours, we want to meet you.
Why You'll Love This Job
Make an Impact
Teach cooking skills, nutrition, and confidence-building techniques to both kids and older adults in engaging, community-based settings.
Flexible Scheduling
Classes may take place during the school day, after school, or in the morning/early afternoon depending on the program. Ideal for instructors with daytime availability.
Supportive Team
We provide all recipes, lesson plans, equipment, and training.
Variety & Energy
No two classes are the same. You'll work in schools, community centers, libraries, and senior living communities.
What You'll Do
Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes
Teach participants how to chop, mix, measure, and prepare delicious recipes in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment.
Adapt Your Approach
Adjust pacing, language, and facilitation style to suit different age groups-from young children to older adults.
Create Connection
Foster creativity, confidence, and community through shared cooking experiences.
Stay Organized
Prepare for sessions using provided curriculum, shop for ingredients, transport supplies, and set up and break down class environments.
Represent the Brand
Be a positive, professional, and engaging presence in front of participants, staff, and community partners.
Who You Are
- Comfortable and enthusiastic working with both children and older adults
- Available to teach at least 2 days per week, with flexibility across:
- Morning and early afternoon (adult programs)
- After-school hours (typically 2–5 PM for school programs)
- Able to teach 1-hour classes (approx. 90 minutes onsite) and arrive 15-20 minutes early as required by the venue
- Willing to commit to multi-week sessions (typically 4–12 weeks)
- Punctual, reliable, and confident managing groups of 8–14 participants
- Willing to travel up to 1 hour to teaching locations
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs to transport equipment and supplies
- Have (or are willing to obtain) a ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- Have reliable transportation
- Able to pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment
What We Offer
Competitive Pay
$60 per class
Each class includes ~1 hour of instruction plus setup and cleanup (about 90 minutes onsite). Including shopping and prep, the role averages $35-$40/hr equivalent.
Full Support
All tools, equipment, recipes, and training provided.
Meaningful Work
Join a team that values creativity, community, and real-world impact.
A Day in the Life
As a Sticky Fingers Cooking® instructor, you'll travel to different locations to bring "the kitchen" to participants of all ages. One day you might be leading an after-school class with elementary students; another day you might be running a relaxed, social cooking session for adults or seniors.
Using our proven recipes and curriculum, you'll teach cooking skills, food safety, and cultural context-while creating an experience that's engaging, inclusive, and genuinely fun.
About Sticky Fingers Cooking®
Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has brought the joy of cooking to communities nationwide. We believe cooking should be hands-on, educational, and accessible at every age, and our instructors make that possible.
Join our team and get communities cooking.
If this sounds like your jam, apply today.
All applicants must pass a background check.
Salary : $35 - $40