Children’s Culinary Instructor & Classroom Assistant (Part-Time + Seasonal Camps)

Young Chefs Academy – Austin & San Antonio

For twenty years, Young Chefs Academy has led the way in teaching children the joy and value of cooking. Our hands-on classes inspire confidence, creativity, independence, and real-life kitchen skills. We believe cooking is a powerful way for kids to learn — academically, socially, and personally — and we’d love for you to be part of that mission.

• Weekly after-school & evening classes
  
• Weekday homeschool classes
  
• Weekday field trip programs for schools & community groups
  
• Weekend birthday parties & family workshops
  
• School Break Camps & Summer Camps
  

• Teach hands-on cooking classes for ages 4+ (classes range from 60-90 minutes)
  
• Lead field trips and homeschool programs using the Young Chefs Academy Franchise curriculum
  
• Manage classroom flow and keep students engaged and safe while also connecting one on one
  
• Lead birthday parties, workshops, and special events
  
• Guide students in developing real culinary and life skills
  
• Foster a positive, supportive learning environment
  

Culinary Classroom Assistant

(Great for High School & College Students Looking for Experience Working with Kids)
You’ll:

• Support the instructor during classes, field trips, and camps
  
• Help students follow recipes and use tools safely
  
• Prep ingredients and cooking stations
  
• Assist with kitchen & location cleanup and organization
  
• Help create a fun, welcoming, confidence-building environment
  

Schedule

We offer flexible part-time scheduling. Typical shifts include:

Classes:

• Weekdays after school/evenings (approx. 4:30pm–8:30pm)
  
• Homeschool classes during weekday daytime hours
  
• Field trips on weekday mornings/early afternoons
  

Parties & Workshops:

• Primarily weekends (daytime and early evening)
  

School Break Day Camps (Summer, Spring Break, Thanksgiving & Winter):

• Weekday daytime shifts (approx. 8:00am–4:00pm)
  Perfect for teachers & students with seasonal availability.

• A genuine love for working with children
  
• Positive energy, warmth, and patience
  
• Leadership skills and confidence (for Lead Instructors)
  
• Reliable, responsible, and good communication skills
  
• Interest in cooking — no professional culinary background required
  
• Experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring kids is a bonus
  
• Age 16+ (Assistants) / 21+ preferred for Lead Instructors
  
• CPR/First Aid welcome (reimbursed after hire if needed)
  

• A creative, fun, supportive work environment
  
• Competitive pay (based on role + experience)
  
• Highly flexible scheduling
  
• Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility
  
• Make a real impact — help kids build confidence, curiosity & life skills
  

• Austin (Oakhill – next to Via 313)
  
• San Antonio (North/Stone Oak)
  

• Upload your resume
  
• A brief note about why you’d love to work with young chefs
  

**As an additional benefit of employment, immediate family members and/or children of employees may participate in Young Chefs Academy classes and camps at no cost, based on space availability and management approval**

This benefit includes:

• Weekly Membership Classes (a value of approximately $189 per month or $59 per class)
  
• Culinary Camps (a value of approximately $375 per weekly session)