Children's Cooking Instructor

About the role

Sticky Fingers Cooking® of Northern Colorado is seeking a part-time After School Children's Cooking Teacher to help cultivate culinary curiosity in kids. This fun, flexible, and meaningful part-time role is ideal for someone passionate about cooking and experienced in working with children.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make an Impact: Teach kids about cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.
• Flexibility: Classes are typically held on weekdays (2-5 PM), fitting well into your schedule.
• Supportive Team: We provide all the tools, training, and recipes you need to succeed.
• Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy creating a hands-on, dynamic learning experience for kids aged 3-18.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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 for classes using provided curricula, shop for fresh ingredients, and set up fun, safe kitchen environments.
• Be the Face of Fun: Inspire and encourage kids as they gain confidence in the kitchen.

Requirements

• Experienced in working with kids of various ages and backgrounds.
• Available to teach 1-hour classes (on campus 90+ minutes) at least 2-3 days a week between 2-5 PM, Mondays-Fridays. Typically, instructors teach 1 class/day.
• Punctual, reliable, and comfortable managing groups of 8-14 kids. Must arrive on campus 20-30 minutes prior to scheduled class time.
• Able to commit to teaching sessions that run 4-12 weeks.
• Willing to obtain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs to store and transport materials.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and be able to drive.

Pay

Competitive pay of $60 for a one-hour class, plus food reimbursement.

Benefits

• Accrued Leave: Up to 48 hours of paid leave per year for health and safety purposes, earned at a rate of 1 hour of leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Public Health Emergency (PHE) Leave: Up to 80 hours of PHE-related leave when a public health emergency is declared.
• Ongoing support and all tools/equipment provided.
• A chance to join a passionate team making a difference.

About Us

Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has been bringing the joy of cooking to thousands of kids across the country. We believe in making cooking fun, educational, and accessible for children.

All employees must undergo a fingerprint background check.