Observer & Substitute Cooking Instructor/ Teacher

Job Title: Class Assistant & Cooking Instructor Substitute North County & Central San Diego

Are you ready to TURNIP the BEET on what Kids Eat®?

SFC San Diego LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is looking for enthusiastic and flexible part-time Class Assistant to support our Team of Classroom Chefs.

If you're passionate about cooking, have experience working with kids , and are looking for a fun, flexible, and meaningful part-time job, we want to meet you!

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make an Impact: Teach kids about cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.
• Supportive Team: We provide all the tools, training, and lesson plans you need to succeed.
• This is a temporary position with the potential for year-round part-time employment based on performance and business needs.
• Guaranteed Hours:You'll receive 4 hours of pay per week (starting at $25 per hour) + additional substitute Chef pay when required to teach a class.

What You'll Do

• Support Hands-On Cooking Classes: Teach kids how to chop, mix, measure, and create healthy, exciting recipes from around the world.
• Spark Creativity: Introduce kids to new ingredients, cuisines, and cultures in an engaging, interactive way.
• Stay Organized: Prepare to assist Chef Instructors using provided curricula, shop for fresh ingredients, and set up fun, safe kitchen environments.
• Observe & assist in up to three classes per week and give feedback to Admin Team.
• Fill in as a substitute Instructor as needed on designated days of the week.
• When you're not observing/assisting in classes you will support Admin Team with class related tasks: drop off marketing materials, deliver chef tools, etc.

Who You Are

• Experience working with kids of various ages and backgrounds is a MUST.
• Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8-12 kids. Must arrive on campus 15 minutes prior to scheduled class time. Varies per school.
• Have or willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Lift up to 30 lbs to store and transport materials.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.
• Must pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment.
• Must be available 3 days a week during the hours of 2-4pm for sub positions and class observations.
• Guaranteed: 4 hours of pay per week (starting at $25 per hour), whether you're observing (up to three classes a week) or assisting with program support.
• Be the Hero: Step in and lead when needed! If you're called to cover a class, you'll be paid $50 on top of your guaranteed hours.

What We Offer

• Competitive Substitute Pay ($50 per a one-hour class + $14 food reimbursement + grocery shopping time per class + cell phone/internet reimbursement each month).
• Loyalty Bonus: Show up for your scheduled shifts all semester, and we'll thank you with a reliability bonus of $100 at the end of the December 2025!

**Each class is roughly 1.25 hours on campus. This includes 15 minutes of preparation prior to your scheduled class, and 5-15 minutes of clean up after your scheduled class.

• $20.00/hour grocery shopping time
• $17.25/hour for trainings and staff meetings

• $5 Cellphone/internet reimbursement (monthly)
• $14 reimbursement per class for groceries purchased
• Sick leave at the rate of 1 hour per 30 worked
• Ongoing Support.
• All tools and equipment provided, this includes our special Chef tool kit valued at $175
• A chance to join a team that's passionate about making a difference.

A Day in the Life

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking® instructor, you'll travel to different schools in your area to bring "the kitchen" to kids. Using our tried-and-true recipes, you'll teach them essential cooking skills, food safety, and the history and culture behind each dish-all while fostering creativity and confidence. From slicing and dicing to learning about global cuisines, kids will have a blast in your classes, and so will you!

Join Our Team and Get Kids Cooking!

If this sounds like your jam, apply today! We can't wait to meet you and welcome you to our team.

👉 Meet some of our amazing Chefs here!

All Sticky Fingers Cooking(R) employees must undergo a fingerprint background check with the state and FBI.