Cooking Class Instructor / Chef Instructor

Cooking Class Instructor / Chef Instructor

CocuSocial, one of North America's largest culinary experience providers, is seeking experienced Chef Instructors to lead fun, hands-on cooking classes in Sacramento.

Our classes are hosted at unique partner venues including hotels, breweries, cafés, and event spaces. We create memorable culinary experiences for guests of all skill levels, and we're looking for talented chefs who are passionate about sharing their knowledge in an engaging, interactive environment.

CocuSocial, one of North America's largest culinary experience providers, is seeking
experienced Chef Instructors to lead fun, hands-on cooking classes in Nashville.
Our classes are hosted at unique partner venues including hotels, breweries, cafés, and event
spaces. We create memorable culinary experiences for guests of all skill levels, and we're
looking for talented chefs who are passionate about sharing their knowledge in an engaging,
interactive environment.

Why Teach with CocuSocial?
● Flexible scheduling — teach as often as you'd like, from a few classes per month to
multiple classes per week
● Competitive compensation — earn $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips
● Creative freedom — teach cuisines and recipes you're passionate about
● Established platform — we handle marketing, ticket sales, customer service, and venue
partnerships
● Supportive team — receive guidance on class development, operations, and best
practices

Class Concepts We're Looking For
We're currently seeking instructors comfortable teaching one or more of the following:
● Handmade Pasta
● Sushi Making
● Neapolitan or Artisan Pizza
● Dumplings
● Pad Thai
● Paella

● Street Tacos
● Empanadas
● French Pastry & Choux
● Cheese Making
● Mixology
● Wine Tasting

 

Responsibilities
● Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup,
instruction, and cleanup
● Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment
● Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format
● Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event
● Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate
● Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others
● Professional culinary background
● Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team
training, or other instructional environments preferred
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests
● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Additional Information

About CocuSocial

CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience providers in the United States. As a minority-founded and owned company, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity across all backgrounds. Our network of Chef Instructors spans more than 30 cities nationwide, offering a wide variety of cooking, baking, mixology, and tasting experiences. We believe food brings people together and creates meaningful connections across cultures and communities.

www.cocusocial.com

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Referral program

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person