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Chef Instructor - ZWILLING Cooking Studio - Pleasantville NY

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ZWILLING J.A. Henckels LLC

Pleasantville, NYPart-time$27.5–35/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$27.5–35/hr
Location
Pleasantville, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Food Handler And/Or Food Manager Certification

Job overview

ZWILLING J.A. Henckels LLC is hiring a Chef Instructor - ZWILLING Cooking Studio - Pleasantville NY. The company seeks an experienced and engaging Chef Instructor to lead hands‑on cooking classes, demonstrations, private events, and corporate programs while serving as a culinary educator and brand ambassador for ZWILLING at its Pleasantville Cooking Studio.

Key focus areas include Lead engaging cooking classes, culinary demonstrations, and special events, Teach cooking techniques, knife skills, and recipe preparation to guests, and Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and hospitality standards.

Successful candidates bring Culinary Degree Or Equivalent Professional Culinary Experience, Experience Teaching, Training, Or Presenting To Groups, and Ability To Work Evenings, Weekends, And Special Events. Important skills include Culinary Expertise, Presentation Skills, Hospitality, Cooking Techniques, Knife Skills, and Recipe Preparation. Preferred (not required): Retail Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Culinary ExpertisePresentation SkillsHospitalityCooking TechniquesKnife SkillsRecipe PreparationFood QualityFood PresentationSanitary Cooking EnvironmentTeam TrainingCoachingProduct DemonstrationsCommunicationGuest EngagementCustomer ServiceVariety of CuisinesRetail ExperienceSales ExperienceDevelopmentZWILLING ProductsPassion for FoodPassion for Cooking

Qualifications

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Professional Culinary ExperienceExperience Teaching, Training, or Presenting to GroupsAbility to Stand for Extended PeriodsAbility to Bend, Reach, Lift, and Move Products and Equipment Up to 50 PoundsEvening and Weekend Availability5 Years of Experience in Culinary Instruction, Catering, Hospitality, or Food ServiceFood Handler and/or Food Manager CertificationPrevious Retail or Sales Experience

Full job description

Part Time Regular

Pleasantville, Pleasantville, NY, US

Salary Range: $27.50 To $35.00 Hourly

Chef Instructor

ZWILLING Cooking Studio | Pleasantville, NY

www.zwillingcookingstudio.com

$27.50 - $35.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications, plus overtime where applicable.

We are seeking an experienced and engaging Chef Instructor to join our culinary team. In this role, you will lead hands-on cooking classes, demonstrations, private events, and corporate programs while serving as a culinary educator and brand ambassador for ZWILLING.

Working closely with the Resident Chef and Culinary Program Manager, you will support culinary programming, event execution, kitchen staff development, and product demonstrations. The ideal candidate brings strong culinary expertise, presentation skills, and a passion for hospitality.

Culinary Instruction & Guest Experience

  • Lead engaging cooking classes, culinary demonstrations, and special events.

  • Teach cooking techniques, knife skills, and recipe preparation to guests of varying skill levels.

  • Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and hospitality standards.

Event Execution & Operations

  • Assist with preparation, setup, execution, and breakdown of classes and events.

  • Follow ZWILLING-developed menus, recipes, and cooking concepts.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary cooking environment.

Leadership & Teamwork

  • Provide direction and guidance to Kitchen Assistants and support staff during events.

  • Support team training, coaching, and development.

Brand Ambassador & Sales Support

  • Demonstrate ZWILLING products and educate guests on their features, benefits, and proper use.

  • Help drive participation in future classes, events, and retail sales opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary experience.

  • 5 years of experience in culinary instruction, catering, hospitality, or food service preferred.

  • Experience teaching, training, or presenting to groups.

  • Strong communication and guest engagement skills.

  • Passion for food, cooking, and customer service.

  • Knowledge of a variety of cuisines and cooking techniques.

  • Food Handler and/or Food Manager Certification preferred.

  • Previous retail or sales experience is a plus.

  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, special events, training sessions, and semi-annual meetings as required.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods during classes and events.

  • Ability to bend, reach, lift, and move products and equipment up to 50 pounds.

Schedule

Part-time, event-based position.

  • Approximately 3 to 4 events per month

  • Evening and weekend availability required

  • Hours vary based on class schedules, private events, and business needs

Learn more about the Zwilling Cooking Studio: https://www.zwillingcookingstudio.com/

To Learn more about our people: https://www.zwilling.com/us/about-us/article-about-the-group-our-people.html

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