After-School Culinary Counselor
Food Explorers
Food Explorers is growing — and we’re looking for exceptional After-School Culinary Counselors to join our team.
If you’re passionate about working with children, love cooking, and want to make a meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to inspire the next generation of confident, curious eaters.
About Food Explorers
At Food Explorers, we empower children through hands-on cooking classes featuring uniquely designed recipes and a food-neutral approach. Our programs help children build kitchen skills, explore new flavors, and develop a positive, confident relationship with food.
Children leave our classes with more than just recipes — they leave with new skills, independence, and pride in what they’ve created.
Our team shows up every day with positivity, professionalism, and a commitment to cultivating community, food neutrality, and fun.
What You’ll Do
As an After School Culinary Counselor, you will:
- Lead and supervise a group of children (~Grades 2-6) in a safe, supportive environment
- Monitor and maintain food safety, kitchen safety, and effective classroom management
- Guide students through daily recipes with enthusiasm and clear instruction
- Foster confidence, independence, and curiosity in young cooks
- Communicate consistently with management
- Manage time efficiently to conduct classes according to Food Explorers standards
- Adapt calmly and professionally to changing situations
- Serve as a positive role model and support children’s skill development
Schedule & Commitment
This is a part-time position following the school calendar starting in September, with classes in towns such as New Canaan, Fairfield, Darien and Rigdefield. Food Explorers classes generally run between 3-6pm for an hour each day. Food Explorers requites a minimum class commitment of two days per week, with up to five days a week available.
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for working with children
- Enthusiasm for cooking and learning
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Professionalism and reliability
No formal cooking experience is required — just a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn. We provide the support and structure; you bring the energy and heart.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
