Culinary Artistas is looking for passionate, reliable individuals to join our Apprenticeship Program and teach after-school cooking classes across San Francisco. Whether you're a former food industry pro, a self-taught cook, or an aspiring educator—this is a paid opportunity to grow your skills and inspire the next generation of chefs.
You’ll lead engaging, hands-on lessons for kids and teens (ages 3–17), focusing on food prep, kitchen safety, nutrition, and creativity. Classes run weekdays between 2:00–6:00 PM; each is 1–2 hours long with 30 minutes for setup and cleanup. We ask for a minimum of 2 days/week, with the option to teach up to 5. Reliable transportation is required.
At Culinary Artistas, we’re more than just a cooking school—we’re a vibrant community that celebrates food, creativity, and connection. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of chefs, apply today!
What You’ll Get
Weekly training sessions with your cohort and expert guest speakers covering topics from agriculture to business.
Hands-on experience teaching and designing your own kid-friendly dishes
One-on-one professional development support
Opportunities to help at camps, field trips, and private events
A pathway to a paid Culinary Educator role after graduation
What You’ll Do
Teach fun, safe, and engaging after-school cooking classes at schools across San Francisco
Follow our “intuitive cooking” approach to guide students through food prep, kitchen safety, and healthy eating
Lead interactive lessons using hands-on, visual, and auditory techniques to keep kids actively engaged
Adapt to a range of age groups (3–14) with patience, warmth, and clear instruction
Foster creativity, teamwork, and confidence in the kitchen through age-appropriate skills and activities
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and clean kitchen classroom where all kids feel valued
Facilitate thoughtful discussions that help students connect what they learn in class to their lives at home
Set up and clean up each class session (30 minutes on each side)
Deliver a positive, holistic, and memorable experience every time—showing up with reliability, enthusiasm, and care
Occasionally support field trips, day camps, or weekend events (optional)
Possibly assist with adult cooking classes or kids' birthday parties (optional, evenings/weekends)
What We’re Looking For
Passion for food and a love for teaching kid
We welcome self taught cooks, educators in other disciplines, teachers, college education majors, and those who are excited to enter the culinary space
Experience with kids or kitchens is a plus, but not required—we value attitude over credentials
Strong communication and classroom management skills
Dependable, proactive, and team-oriented
Comfortable working with ages 3–14
Familiar with Google Docs, Slides, Chat, and Drive
Able to travel around SF for weekly teaching
Must be vaccinated + boosted for COVID-19 and complete a Live Scan background check (we’ll reimburse you)
Current First Aid/CPR certification is a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Time Commitment
Training: typically Thursdays, 3:30–5:30 PM (Aug–Sept)
Program: Runs Sept 2025 – June 2026 (aligned with the school year)
Weekly Hours: 2.5–15 hours/week depending on availability
Must commit to the full school year. Time off follows school closures.
Opportunity to be promoted to part-time a Culinary Educator role upon graduation
Pay
$24-$26 per hour, depending on experience. Plus weekly travel reimbursement.