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Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation· Sur La Table - Stores
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Santa Rosa, CA$20.71/hr - $22.03/hrPart-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

In-store expert and advocate for baking and pastry arts, delivering hands-on pastry classes to drive sales of bakeware and decorating tools while maintaining high service standards.

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 Sur La Table’s passion for food, teaching, and high standards, while following recipes and game plans for consistency and quality.
  • Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills clearly and encouragingly.
  • Maintain expertise by staying current on products and engaging in training and self-directed learning.
  • Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging second 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.
  • Meet or exceed culinary program goals by delivering exceptional classes that drive customer engagement and sales (KPIs include second-class sign-ups, retail culinary product sales, and guest feedback).
  • Assist in setup and breakdown of classes (mise en place, prepping ingredients, cleaning workstations).
  • Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
  • Assist with restocking, organizing, and maintaining kitchen supplies and tools.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards, local health codes, and sanitation regulations.
  • Handle tools, ingredients, and equipment safely to maintain a safe workspace.
  • Maintain accurate inventory, minimize shrink, and control costs.
  • May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with regulations and company policies.
  • Ensure store safety and cleanliness, address maintenance needs promptly.
  • Adhere to wage and hour laws and record time worked per policy.
  • Model and ensure adherence to Sur La Table policies and SOPs.

Qualifications

  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • A degree in culinary arts preferred; extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency 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 serviceCommunicationSales and upselling

Benefits

  • Hourly wage: $20.71 - $22.03 per hour
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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