Culinary Chef Instructor

Job Posting: Part-Time Chef Instructor Location:Los Angeles Cooking School – Culver City, CA About Us Los Angeles Cooking School (LACS) is a vibrant, hands-on culinary school offering cooking series courses, recreational one-off classes, and private events. We are passionate about teaching people how to cook with confidence, creativity, and joy. Position Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic and experiencedPart-Time Chef Instructorto join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong professional culinary background and a genuine passion for teaching. In this role, you will lead classes for students of all levels—beginners to advanced—while demonstrating essential techniques, guiding hands-on participation, and fostering an engaging, supportive learning environment. Responsibilities • Teach hands-on cooking classes for adults and/or children • Demonstrate culinary techniques and ensure students can successfully apply them • Develop and adapt class menus and recipes as needed • Maintain a professional, supportive, and inspiring classroom atmosphere • Ensure safety, cleanliness, and organization in the teaching kitchen Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of professional culinary industry experience • Prior teaching or culinary instruction experience required • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to lead groups with patience, clarity, and enthusiasm • Note: Big Chef egos need not apply Schedule & Compensation • Part-time, flexible schedule (evenings and weekends required) • Competitive pay, commensurate with experience How to Apply Please submit the following [email protected]: • Resume • Brief cover letter highlighting your teaching and industry experience • At least one professional reference No phone calls or walk-in inquiries, please. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour Work Location: In person