Sur La Table
140 - Crocker Park - Sur La Table, 218 Main Street, Westlake, OH 44145
SeasonalKitchenAssistant
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“Seasonal Kitchen Assistant at Sur La Table. Skills: culinary experience, customer service, sales. support the chefs to ensure smooth class operations. ensure a clean, well-organized kitchen environment”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver class revenue goals; Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales goals; contributing to overall store revenue
Industry & Context.
problem-solving; decision-making
Ability to remain standing for up to 4 hours at a time, Ability to move about the store directing class participants while selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor, The capability to accurately perceive and differentiate variations in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, or to identify specific tastes or scents using the tongue or nose, Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch to demonstrate, retrieve and/or replenish merchandise and/or cooking equipment, Ability to use hands to seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice and/or demonstrate other techniques, Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs, Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise, Available to work between 12 and 16 hours per week, flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, Regular and predictable attendance with the flexibility to adjust class assignments based on demand, Ability to work in a variable kitchen environment included but not limited to open flames, hot surfaces, temperature variations, various food allergens both physical and airborne
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Must be 16 years of age or older at the time of employment, Valid Food Handlers Certification
Nice to Have
1 year retail sales experience, 1 year food prep and/or kitchen operations experience, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems
What You'll Do.
support the chefs to ensure smooth class operations
well-organized kitchen environment
assist chefs with class execution
assist in setting up and breakdown of classes
organizing mise en place
cleaning workstations
Clean and sanitize dishes and equipment
Assist with restocking
and maintaining kitchen supplies and tools
Ensure compliance with food safety standards
and sanitation regulations
Properly handle all tools
and kitchen equipment
Maintain accurate inventory levels
control supply and culinary expenses
Ensure store safety and cleanliness
addressing any maintenance needs promptly
Accurately records time worked
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work cooperatively with associates
Communication Scope
communicate verbally
Full Job Description
## Description With over 58 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food. Position Overview As a Seasonal Kitchen Assistant at Sur La Table, you play a key role in inspiring customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience. With a passion for cooking, hospitality, and teamwork, the Seasonal Kitchen Assistant supports the chefs to ensure smooth class operations and a #bestincenter experience, a company-wide standard for excellence in service. You’ll help bring culinary dreams to life by supporting our chefs, engaging with guests, and ensuring a clean, well-organized kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities Customer Experience & Brand Representation · Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty. · Maintains expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. · Ensure exceptional customer experience by leading a customer-focused, Guest Obsessed culture in both the kitchen and retail sales floor. Sales & Business Performance · Assist chefs with class execution that drives repeat visits and positive customer feedback · Deliver class revenue goals by ensuring high enrollment, positive reviews, and guest return rates. · Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales goals, contributing to overall store revenue. Performance is measured by key KPIs such as individual sales volume, average transaction value, and custome
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