Cooking Class Instructor / Chef Instructor
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CocuSocial
Nashville, TN, US
Summary
The Chef Instructor is responsible for leading and organizing hands-on cooking classes, including ingredient purchasing, setup, and cleanup. They must maintain high standards of sanitation while creating an engaging and professional learning environment for guests.
Job Description
Company Description
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.
Job Description
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:
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Flexible schedule
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Referral program
Language:
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English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Backed by Y Combinator, CocuSocial is one of the largest marketplace for culinary experiences in the US. We empower chefs and restaurants to host a variety of cooking classes, baking classes, wine tasting workshops and mixology classes. We are growing fast and currently offering services in 20 major metro areas in the US including NYC, LA, DC, Philadelphia, Chicago, SF, San Diego, etc. Our mission is to educate, entertain and bring people together through food and drink.
Founded
2016
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
New York, New York
Backed by Y Combinator, CocuSocial is one of the largest marketplace for culinary experiences in the US. We empower chefs and restaurants to host a variety of cooking classes, baking classes, wine tasting workshops and mixology classes. We are growing fast and currently offering services in 20 major metro areas in the US including NYC, LA, DC, Philadelphia, Chicago, SF, San Diego, etc. Our mission is to educate, entertain and bring people together through food and drink.
Founded
2016
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
New York, New York