After School Children's Cooking Teacher Escondido

About the role

SFC San Diego LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is seeking an enthusiastic part‑time Cooking Teacher to cultivate “COOLinary Curiosity” in kids. The position is temporary with the potential for year‑round part‑time employment based on performance and business needs. You will teach hands‑on cooking classes to children ages 5‑14, introducing them to healthy recipes, nutrition, and global cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands‑on cooking classes: teach kids how to chop, mix, measure, and create healthy, exciting recipes.
• Spark creativity by introducing new ingredients, cuisines, and cultures in an engaging, interactive way.
• Stay organized: prepare class materials using provided curricula, shop for fresh ingredients, and set up safe kitchen environments.
• Communicate via text and phone with the Admin Team to ensure students are accounted for and to coordinate logistics.
• Be the “Face of Fun”: inspire and encourage kids as they gain confidence in the kitchen.

Requirements

• Experience teaching or coaching kids of various ages and backgrounds.
• Available to teach Thursdays from 12 PM – 4 PM.
• Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8‑12 children.
• Arrive on campus 20‑30 minutes prior to scheduled class time.
• Commit to teaching sessions that run 9‑12 weeks.
• Have or be willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lb to store and transport materials.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Pass state and FBI background checks as a condition of employment.

Pay

• Base rate: $33.33 per hour.
• Grocery‑shopping time: $20.00 per hour.
• Training and staff‑meeting time: $17.75 per hour.
• Cell‑phone/internet reimbursement: $5 monthly.
• Grocery reimbursement per class: $14.
• Sick leave accrued at the rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

Benefits

• Food reimbursement and grocery‑shopping compensation.
• Cell‑phone/internet stipend.
• All tools and equipment provided, including a special Chef tool kit valued at $175.
• Ongoing support and training.
• Flexible, weekday schedule (typically 2‑5 PM) that fits a part‑time lifestyle.
• Supportive team environment with provided recipes, training, and classroom resources.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s nutrition and confidence.

Schedule

Classes are typically held on weekdays from 2 PM – 5 PM. This specific role requires availability on Thursdays from 12 PM – 4 PM, with a commitment to a 9‑12‑week teaching cycle.

About Sticky Fingers Cooking®

Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has brought the joy of cooking to thousands of kids across the United States. The company’s mission is to make cooking fun, educational, and accessible for children, relying on passionate instructors to deliver hands‑on, culturally rich culinary experiences.