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Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation· Sur La Table Stores – Kirkland
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Kirkland, WA$19.63 - $20.88Part-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

In-store Chef Instructor specializing in pastry, delivering baking-focused classes, promoting sales of bakeware and decorating tools, and representing the Sur La Table brand through customer education and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

  • Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
  • Deliver an exceptional in-store culinary experience focused on pastry and baking classes that reflects the company’s passion for food, teaching, and high standards.
  • Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills in a clear, encouraging, and approachable manner.
  • Maintain expertise by staying current on products, engaging in training, and seeking additional resources.
  • Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging class sign-ups, and promoting retail items used or featured in class.
  • Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates.
  • Consistently meet or exceed culinary program goals by delivering exceptional classes that drive customer engagement and sales.
  • Assist in setting up and breakdown of classes, organize mise en place, prep ingredients, and clean workstations.
  • Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment promptly.
  • Assist with restocking, organizing, and maintaining kitchen supplies and tools.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
  • Handle tools, ingredients, and equipment safely to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Maintain inventory levels and control expenses.
  • May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with regulations.
  • Ensure store safety and cleanliness; address maintenance needs.
  • Adhere to wage and hour laws; accurately record time.
  • Model and ensure adherence to company policies and SOPs.

Qualifications

  • Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
  • A degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience considered in lieu of formal education.
  • 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
  • Valid Food Manager Certification.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.

Skills

Required:Pastry techniquesCustomer service

Benefits

  • Employee Discount
  • 401K
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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