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Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation· Sur La Table Stores
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Costa Mesa, CA$19.4/hr - $20.64/hrPart-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

In-store pastry and baking instructor delivering hands-on classes, promoting pastry education, and driving sales of bakeware and related products at Sur La Table locations.

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 to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Communicate technical concepts and advanced pastry skills clearly and encouragingly.
  • Maintain expertise by staying current on products and engaging in available training, plus seeking additional resources.
  • Drive sales by upholding kitchen standards, encouraging second class sign-ups through strong customer engagement, 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 setup 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, local health codes, and sanitation regulations.
  • Handle tools, ingredients, and equipment safely to maintain a productive environment.
  • Maintain accurate inventory, minimize shrink, and control culinary expenses.
  • May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with regulations and policies.
  • Ensure store safety and cleanliness, addressing maintenance needs promptly.
  • Adhere to wage and hour laws and accurately record time worked.
  • 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 is preferred or equivalent extensive culinary experience.
  • 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 experience and communicationFood safety and sanitation

Benefits

  • Hourly wage: $19.40 - $20.64 per hour
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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