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Sushi Chef Instructor

CocuSocial
Los Angeles, USA
Contract
Mid
Onsite
$200–$350
Discovered 2 weeks ago
Communication

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What You’ll Do

  • Lead fun, interactive sushi-making classes for groups of approximately 8–26 guests
  • Demonstrate sushi preparation, rolling, cutting, and presentation techniques
  • Teach guests about sushi ingredients, tools, and techniques in an approachable way
  • Guide participants through hands-on preparation and provide support throughout the class
  • Create a welcoming and social environment for beginners and experienced home cooks alike
  • Keep the class engaging, organized, and on schedule
  • Follow CocuSocial recipes, class formats, and food-safety standards
  • Assist with basic setup and cleanup before and after classes
  • Communicate with the CocuSocial team regarding class logistics, ingredient needs, and guest feedback
  • What You’ll Get
  • $200–$350 per class, based on attendance
  • Flexible, part-time scheduling
  • Opportunities to build your teaching and culinary portfolio
  • Support from CocuSocial with marketing, ticket sales, customer service, ingredients, equipment, and event logistics
  • The opportunity to introduce people to sushi in a fun, relaxed, and social environment
  • Who Thrives at CocuSocial?
  • The best fit for this role is someone who is confident in the kitchen but doesn’t take themselves too seriously. You should enjoy connecting with people, making guests laugh, and helping someone feel successful when they make sushi for the first time.
  • This is not a traditional restaurant role. You’ll be teaching people how to cook while creating a fun night out.
  • If you’re an experienced sushi chef who loves sharing your craft and working with people, we’d love to hear from you!
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Job Type: Part-time, Contract

Qualifications

  • Professional experience preparing sushi or Japanese cuisine
  • Strong knife skills and familiarity with sushi preparation techniques
  • Comfortable working with raw fish and other sushi ingredients
  • Previous teaching, demonstration, catering, restaurant, or hospitality experience is a plus
  • Friendly, outgoing personality and a genuine interest in working with people
  • Ability to confidently explain cooking techniques to complete beginners
  • Reliable, organized, and comfortable leading a group independently
  • Strong communication skills
  • Food-handler certification or willingness to obtain one, as required
  • Ability to commit to teaching at least 2-4 classes per month

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