Sur La Table
007 - Newport - Sur La Table, 832 Avocado Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92660
SeasonalChefInstructor,Pastry
“Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry at Sur La Table. Skills: Pastry instruction, Culinary expertise, Customer engagement. Deliver in-store culinary experience. Communicate technical concepts”
What You'll Achieve.
Inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty; Ensure consistency and quality; Encouraging second class sign-ups; Promoting retail items; Ensure high enrollment; Positive reviews; Guest return rates; Deliver exceptional classes; Drive customer engagement and sales; Minimize shrink; Control supply and culinary expenses; Enforcing age restrictions
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, Ability to operate a computer, 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, Open flames, Hot surfaces, Temperature variations, Various food allergens
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
Nice to Have
A degree in culinary arts, candidates with extensive culinary experience and demonstrated technical proficiency will be considered in lieu of formal education
What You'll Do.
Deliver in-store culinary experience
Communicate technical concepts
Maintain expertise on products
Drive sales of bakeware
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 records time worked
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cooperatively with associates
Communication Scope
Excellent communication
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