Chef Instructor - Pastry

campusSEA is a co-ed, residential summer culinary program for high school students who are truly passionate about cooking. We are located in Seattle, Washington, and we are looking for chefs who love both food and teaching.

Our ideal Chef Instructor is someone who is confident working with a large group of teenagers, comfortable leading a busy kitchen or classroom, and excited to be part of a collaborative team. This role is for someone who brings good energy, enjoys supporting students and fellow chefs, and knows how to keep things fun while staying organized.

We are looking for instructors who can hold students’ attention, delegate clearly, work one-on-one when needed, and teach students of all skill levels. Because this position requires a full three-week commitment, it is best suited for someone with summers off or someone looking for short-term summer work.

(No calls please)

LOCATION

Seattle, Washington

HOURS

Approximately 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday

DATES

Zoom staff training sessions will take place before camp (dates and times TBD)Staff kitchen orientation: July 8 - 11

Camp Session:Session 1: July 12 - 18

Session 2: July 19 - 25 (Monday–Friday)

Last day of work: July 25

What the job looks like

• Operating with integrity and professionalism at all times
• Working collaboratively as part of a chef and counselor team
• Ensuring the safety, well-being, and engagement of every student
• Creating a fun, supportive learning environment where students can thrive
• Delivering hands-on pastry instruction to a wide range of skill levels

We believe safety comes first, fun comes second, and learning follows naturally when both are in place.

Typical Schedule (Monday–Friday)

8:00–9:00 AM: Arrive at the kitchen and set up for the day9:00 AM–12:00 PM: Instruction and preparation for lunch service12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch service for students and staff, cleanup, student break1:00–4:00 PM: Instruction and preparation for dinner service4:00–6:00 PM: Dinner service for students and staff, cleanup

Fridays are cooking competition days. On these days, chefs prepare lunch for students while campers work in groups to develop their menus. Dishes are judged by local judges in a fun, supportive competition. Parents are invited to attend via Zoom. These are often the most exciting days of camp!

Our Camps Are “Life Accelerated”

We are looking for someone who understands the sense of community that summer camp creates. This program can be a meaningful experience for students, giving them space to build confidence, friendships, and real-life skills.

For some students, this is their first sleepaway camp. For others, they are heading into their senior year and looking for guidance and independence. Chef Instructors play an important role in helping students feel supported, challenged, and proud of what they accomplish.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a culinary program or real-world experience in a restaurant or catering setting (with concentrations/specializing in pastry and baking)
• Experience teaching, training, or instructing in a professional setting
• Camp or youth program experience preferred, but not required
• Organized, adaptable, and comfortable leading a group
• Responsible, thoughtful, and enthusiastic

Compensation

Job Type: Contract Pay: $1,300 per week

Do a great job and receive a strong letter of recommendation.

Job Requirements

Background check requiredMust be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. (insurance and employment requirements)

Job Types: Contract, TemporaryWork Location: In person

Explore our website () and social channels (@summerculinary on IG) to learn more about our camp!

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $1,300.00 per week

Work Location: In person