Recreational Chef Instructor

CocuSocial one of the largest culinary experience providers in the U.S. is expanding into Canada and looking for talented outgoing Chef Instructors to lead fun social hands-on cooking classes in Vancouver.

Our experiences are hosted at beautiful partner venues including hotels cafés breweries restaurants and event spaces. Were looking for chefs who love connecting with people just as much as they love cooking.

This is a great opportunity for chefs caterers culinary instructors private chefs hospitality professionals and food entrepreneurs looking for flexible supplemental income while sharing their passion with others.

Why Teach With CocuSocial

1. Flexible Schedule

Teach the cuisines and recipes you love on a schedule that works for you. Most classes take place during evenings and weekends.

2. Competitive Pay

Earn $200$350 per class with opportunities to teach multiple classes per week.

3. Supportive Team

Our team handles marketing customer bookings and operational support so you can focus on creating an incredible guest experience.

4. Creative & Social Environment

CocuSocial classes are designed to be approachable interactive and memorable. We encourage instructors to bring their own personality energy and unique culinary style to every class.

What Were Looking For

Were especially excited to meet chefs who are outgoing engaging and naturally great with people. The best CocuSocial instructors create experiences that feel welcoming energetic and social - not just instructional.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A professional culinary hospitality or food industry background
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence leading groups in a fun and engaging way
• A passion for food teaching and hospitality
• An organized and reliable approach to event execution
• Evening and weekend availability preferred

Teaching events catering or group facilitation experience is a strong plus.

Were currently prioritizing instructors comfortable teaching high-demand experiences such as:

• Handmade Pasta & Ravioli - Urgently hiring for this topic*
• Sushi Making 
• Pizza Making
• Dumplings
• Tacos & Mexican Street Food
• Paella
• Pad Thai
• Empanadas
• French Pastry & Choux

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging hands-on cooking classes from start to finish
• Purchase and organize ingredients
• Teach cooking techniques in a clear approachable and entertaining way
• Create a fun energetic and welcoming atmosphere where guests feel comfortable cooking learning and socializing
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards throughout the experience
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs - carrying supplies equipment etc.

Nice to Have

• Access to a potential venue space (commercial kitchen café restaurant studio etc.)
• Existing teaching catering or events experience
• A personal culinary brand or social media presence

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Work Location: In-person

Job Types: Part-time Contract

Qualifications :

Prior experience as a culinary instructor or chef in a professional kitchen.

• Solid understanding of food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
• Strong communication skills and ability to connect with diverse groups.
• A genuine passion for teaching and sharing culinary expertise.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic fast-paced setting while maintaining top-quality instruction.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time