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Kids Cooking Instructor – Afterschool Programs

Sticky Fingers Cooking · Jacksonville, FL · 1 mo ago
ManagementPart-time

SFC Jacksonville Inc., dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® of Northeast Florida is looking for part-time Kids Cooking Instructors to help cultivate culinary curiosity in children through afterschool programs.

About the role

As a part-time Kids Cooking Instructor, you’ll lead hour-long, hands-on cooking classes for children ages 3–18 at various school locations. You’ll teach recipes, kitchen skills, nutrition, and the cultural background of each dish while engaging a group of 8–14 students. Instructors receive a cooking kit with all necessary equipment and tools, and shop independently for fresh ingredients each week.

Responsibilities

  • Lead weekly cooking classes for children in afterschool programs
  • Teach basic kitchen skills (washing, cutting, grating, stirring, measuring) and nutrition
  • Introduce children to new ingredients and global cuisines in a fun, interactive way
  • Review and prepare lesson plans, including shopping for fresh ingredients
  • Manage and engage groups of 8–14 children with diverse backgrounds
  • Serve as the face of the company, interacting with kids, parents, and school staff

Requirements

  • Experience working with children of varying ages (required)
  • Availability at least 2 weekdays per week (Monday–Friday, 1–5 pm)
  • Commitment to teaching full sessions (4–12 weeks)
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification (can be obtained before teaching)
  • Reliable transportation and timely communication with the team
  • Pass a background check upon hire
  • Punctuality and reliability

Qualifications

  • No professional cooking experience required
  • Classroom experience is a plus

Pay

$60.00 per one-hour class, plus food reimbursement.

Schedule

Part-time, weekday afternoons (1–5 pm). Instructors choose their preferred days and are assigned to schools as close to home/work as possible.

Benefits

  • Paid hands-on training and individualized support
  • All necessary equipment and tools provided

About Sticky Fingers Cooking®

Since 2008, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has offered enrichment cooking classes, camps, and events for children ages 3–18. We operate in select cities across the country, focusing on passionate instructors who inspire kids to explore healthy foods in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

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