After School Children's Cooking Instructor

Are you ready to TURNIP the BEET on what Kids Eat®?

SFC NOVA LLC dba Sticky Fingers Cooking® is looking for enthusiastic part-time Chef Instructors to help us Cultivate COOLinary Curiosity in Kids®!

Please note:

At this time, we are only hiring candidates who reside in Northern Virginia
.

• Make an Impact: Teach kids cooking, nutrition, and lifelong healthy habits.
• Flexible
  
  Schedule:
  
  Classes are typically held on weekdays between 2:30-6 PM. Weekend classes are available occasionally.
• Supportive Team: We provide tools, training, recipes, and ongoing guidance.
• Fun Atmosphere: Create a joyful, hands-on learning experience for kids ages 3-18.
• Year-Round Opportunity: This is not a seasonal role - Sticky Fingers Cooking offers classes throughout the entire year, including Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions.

• Lead Hands-On Cooking Classes: Guide kids as they chop, mix, measure, and explore global recipes.
• Spark Curiosity: Introduce new ingredients, cultures, and cooking techniques.
• Stay Organized: Prep for classes using our curriculum, shop for ingredients, and set up safe mini-kitchens.
• Be the Magic: Encourage confidence, creativity, and independence in every young chef.

• A Virginia resident
  , ideally near Reston, Sterling, Mclean
• Experienced working with children - this is required for the role.
• Available at least 2+ days per week, Monday-Friday, between 2:30-6 PM, plus one full open afternoon for substitute teaching when needed.

• Punctual, reliable, and confident managing groups of 8-12 kids.
  Must arrive 15-20 minutes before class (varies by school).

• Able to commit to 6-12 week sessions.
• Have or willing to obtain a Serv Safe Food Handler Certification
  .
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and transport teaching materials.
• Must have a reliable car, a valid drivers license and be able to drive to school locations.
• Must pass state & FBI background checks.
• An FCPS badge is a plus (not required).

• Competitive Pay: $60 per class (each class includes approximately 90 minutes on campus) + food reimbursement
• All tools & equipment provided
• Ongoing training and support
• A meaningful, joy-filled job that truly makes a difference

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking Instructor, you'll travel to schools around Northern Virginia to bring "the kitchen" to kids! Using our tried-and-true recipes, you'll teach essential cooking skills, food safety, and the cultural stories behind each dish - all while building creativity and confidence. Kids will have a blast... and so will you!

Since 2011, Sticky Fingers Cooking® has brought the joy of cooking to thousands of children nationwide. We believe cooking should be fun, educational, and accessible
, and our Chef Instructors make that possible every day.

All Sticky Fingers Cooking® instructors must undergo a fingerprint background check with the state and FBI. Your employment is continent upon a clear background check.