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Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation· Sur La Table - Stores
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Centennial, CO$58k - $60kFull-timePosted 8mo ago

About the role

The Resident Chef leads in-store culinary programs by conducting cooking classes, developing a high-performing culinary team, and driving sales and customer experience within the Sur La Table in Centennial, CO.

Responsibilities

  • Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing team to meet the business needs of both culinary and retail.
  • Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and uphold a positive team culture
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create development plans to support individual and team growth.
  • Create a welcoming and inspiring environment that enhances customer loyalty.
  • Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided recipes and game plans while holding employees accountable for quality and execution.
  • Work with store leadership to increase foot traffic and store engagement through cooking classes and private events.
  • Remain knowledgeable by staying up-to-date on products, utilizing available training, and seeking additional resources as needed.
  • Ensure exceptional customer experience by leading a customer-focused culture.
  • Oversees, addresses, and takes responsibility for all customer feedback related to the culinary program to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Drive sales growth by developing and implementing strategies to enhance the culinary business.
  • Analyze key performance metrics daily and leverage insights to optimize store performance.
  • Ensure achievement of sales goals and financial targets through effective merchandising, marketing, and customer engagement.
  • Oversee daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and food sanitation regulations
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and control supply and culinary expenses.
  • May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with state and location alcohol regulations, company policies, including enforcing age restrictions.
  • Ensure store safety and cleanliness, addressing any maintenance needs promptly.
  • Maintains the accuracy and integrity of employee records, including but not limited to time and attendance data, food safety certifications, and personal information.
  • Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws. Accurately records time worked according to SLT Policy.
  • Models and ensures all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively to associates, maintained and consistently followed.

Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or equivalent culinary technique-driven experience.
  • 1-2 years’ experience as a culinary instructor.
  • 3-4 years of progressively responsible kitchen management experience.
  • Valid Food Manager Certification.
  • Proven track record of achieving sales and motivating high performing sales teams while meeting operational goals.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and retain a high performing team.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

Required:Culinary instructionLeadershipSales & merchandisingOperations & compliance
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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CSC Generation is the AI-native retail holding company. We modernize iconic brands with data, automation and our Genesis platform to build the future of Commerce AGI.

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