CocuSocial Cooking Class Instructor / Chef Instructor (Flexible, Part-Time)
- Location
- Nashville, TN, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Contract
About the job
Company Description CocuSocial, one of North America's largest culinary experience providers, is seeking experienced Chef Instructors to lead fun, hands-on cooking classes in Nashville. Our classes are hosted at unique partner venues including hotels, breweries, cafés, and event spaces. We create memorable culinary experiences for guests of all skill levels, and we're looking for talented chefs who are passionate about sharing their knowledge in an engaging, interactive environment.
Job Description What you’ll do:
• Run the full class experience: ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup • Create a fun, beginner-friendly, interactive learning environment • Keep high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization • Represent CocuSocial professionally and deliver great guest experiences Class concepts we’re seeking: Handmade pasta, sushi, Neapolitan or artisan pizza, dumplings, Pad Thai, paella, street tacos, empanadas, French pastry and choux, cheese making, mixology, and wine tasting. Other cuisines and specialties are welcome. What’s in it for you:
• Pay of $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips
- Pay of $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips
- Flexible scheduling, from a few classes a month to multiple per week
- Creative freedom to teach cuisines you love
- Support from the CocuSocial team on class development and operations
- Referral program
Qualifications Required / Ideal:
• Professional culinary background
- Professional culinary background
- Passion for food and for sharing culinary skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable engaging groups of up to 26 guests
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or similar instructional settings
- English language skills
Additional Information About CocuSocial CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience providers in the United States. As a minority-founded and owned company, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity across all backgrounds. Our network of Chef Instructors spans more than 30 cities nationwide, offering a wide variety of cooking, baking, mixology, and tasting experiences. We believe food brings people together and creates meaningful connections across cultures and communities. www.cocusocial.com Job Types: Part-time, Contract Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
From CocuSocial's careers page (SmartRecruiters), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 21 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job