Sur La Table
Retail
SeasonalChefInstructor,Pastry
“Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table. Skills: Pastry instruction, Customer engagement, Sales. Deliver in-store culinary experience. Communicate pastry skills”
What You'll Achieve.
Inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty; Ensure consistency and quality; Inspiring a love for baking; Driving sales of bakeware, mixers, and decorating tools; Upholding kitchen standards; Encouraging second class sign-ups; Promoting retail items; Ensuring high enrollment; Positive reviews; Guest return rates; Meet or exceed culinary program goals; Drive customer engagement and sales; Minimize shrink; Control supply and culinary expenses
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving abilities
Ability to communicate verbally, Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours, Ability to move about the store, Capability to accurately perceive and differentiate variations in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch, Ability to use hands to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice, Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs, Ability to ascend/descend ladders, Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, Regular and predictable attendance, Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Must be 21 years of age or older, 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience, Valid Food Manager Certification, Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences
Nice to Have
A degree in culinary arts
What You'll Do.
Deliver in-store culinary experience
Communicate pastry skills
Maintain expertise on products
Drive sales of retail items
Deliver class revenue goals
Assist in setting up classes
Clean and sanitize dishes
Assist with restocking supplies
Ensure compliance with food safety
Handle kitchen equipment safely
Maintain accurate inventory levels
Ensure store safety and cleanliness
Accurately record time worked
Adhere to company policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cooperatively with associates
Communication Scope
Excellent communication
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