Children’s Culinary Instructor & Classroom Assistant (Part-Time + Seasonal Camps)

Children’s Culinary
Instructor & Classroom Assistant (Part-Time + Seasonal Camps)

Young Chefs Academy
– Austin & San Antonio

For twenty years,
Young Chefs Academy has led the way in teaching children the joy and value of
cooking. Our hands-on classes inspire confidence, creativity, independence, and
real-life kitchen skills. We believe cooking is a powerful way for kids to learn
— academically, socially, and personally — and we’d love for you to be part of
that mission.

We are hiring both Lead
Culinary Instructors and Classroom Assistants for:

• Weekly after-school
  & evening classes
• Weekday homeschool
  classes
• Weekday field trip
  programs for schools & community groups
• Weekend birthday
  parties & family workshops
• School Break Camps
  & Summer Camps

Whether you’re a
teacher, culinary enthusiast, camp counselor, or energetic student who loves
working with kids — we have a place for you on our team!

Positions

Lead Culinary
Instructor
(Ideal for
Teachers, Camp Counselors, Group Leaders, or Experienced Classroom Leaders)
You’ll:

• Teach hands-on
  cooking classes for ages 4+ (classes range from 60-90 minutes)
• Lead field trips
  and homeschool programs using the Young Chefs Academy Franchise curriculum
• Manage classroom
  flow and keep students engaged and safe while also connecting one on one
• Lead birthday
  parties, workshops, and special events
• Guide students in
  developing real culinary and life skills
• Foster a positive,
  supportive learning environment

Culinary Classroom
Assistant

(Great for High
School & College Students Looking for Experience Working with Kids)
You’ll:

• Support the
  instructor during classes, field trips, and camps
• Help students
  follow recipes and use tools safely
• Prep ingredients
  and cooking stations
• Assist with kitchen
  & location cleanup and organization
• Help create a fun,
  welcoming, confidence-building environment

Schedule

We offer flexible
part-time scheduling. Typical shifts include:

Classes:

• Weekdays after
  school/evenings (approx. 4:30pm–8:30pm)
• Homeschool classes
  during weekday daytime hours
• Field trips on
  weekday mornings/early afternoons

Parties &
Workshops:

• Primarily weekends
  (daytime and early evening)

School Break Day
Camps (Summer, Spring Break, Thanksgiving & Winter):

• Weekday daytime
  shifts (approx. 8:00am–4:00pm)
  Perfect for teachers & students with seasonal availability.

What We’re Looking
For

• A genuine love for
  working with children
• Positive energy,
  warmth, and patience
• Leadership skills
  and confidence (for Lead Instructors)
• Reliable,
  responsible, and good communication skills
• Interest in cooking
  — no professional culinary background required
• Experience
  teaching, coaching, or mentoring kids is a bonus
• Age 16+ (Assistants) / 21+ preferred for Lead Instructors
• CPR/First Aid
  welcome (reimbursed after hire if needed)

Why Work With Us

• A creative, fun,
  supportive work environment
• Competitive pay
  (based on role + experience)
• Highly flexible
  scheduling
• Opportunities for
  advancement and increased responsibility
• Make a real impact
  — help kids build confidence, curiosity & life skills

Locations

• Austin (Oakhill –
  next to Via 313)
• San Antonio
  (North/Stone Oak)

How to Apply

• Upload your resume
• A brief note about
  why you’d love to work with young chefs

We can’t wait to
cook, laugh, learn, and grow together.

**As
an additional benefit of employment, immediate family members and/or children
of employees may participate in Young Chefs Academy classes and camps at no
cost, based on space availability and management approval**

This
benefit includes:

• Weekly
  Membership Classes (a value of approximately $189 per month or $59 per class)
• Culinary
  Camps (a value of approximately $375 per weekly session) 

Participation is
subject to enrollment availability, scheduling limitations, and compliance with
all studio policies and procedures. Young Chefs Academy reserves the right to
modify or discontinue this benefit at any time.