CHEF INSTRUCTOR

CocuSocial

CHEF INSTRUCTOR

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Why Teach with CocuSocial?

    • Flexible scheduling — teach as often as you'd like, from a few classes per month to multiple classes per week

    • Competitive compensation — earn $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips

    • Creative freedom — teach cuisines and recipes you're passionate about

    • Established platform — we handle marketing, ticket sales, customer service, and venue partnerships

    • Supportive team — receive guidance on class development, operations, and best practices

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Ideal Candidate

    • Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others

    • Professional culinary background

    • Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or other instructional environments preferred

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    • Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests

    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

    Class Concepts We're Looking For

    We're currently seeking instructors comfortable teaching one or more of the following:

    • Handmade Pasta

    • Sushi Making

    • Neapolitan or Artisan Pizza

    • Dumplings

    • Pad Thai

    • Paella

    • Street Tacos

    • Empanadas

    • French Pastry & Choux

    • Cheese Making

    • Mixology

    • Wine Tasting

    Additional cuisines and specialties are welcome.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup

    • Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment

    • Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format

    • Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event

    • Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences

    Additional Information

    About CocuSocial

    CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience providers in the United States. As a minority-founded and owned company, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity across all backgrounds. Our network of Chef Instructors spans more than 30 cities nationwide, offering a wide variety of cooking, baking, mixology, and tasting experiences. We believe food brings people together and creates meaningful connections across cultures and communities.

    www.cocusocial.com

    Job Types: Part-time, Contract

    Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day

    Benefits:

    • Flexible schedule

    • Referral program

    Language:

    • English (Preferred)

    Work Location: In person

  • Compensation
    $200-$200