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La Soupe instructors lead hands-on cooking classes for children and adults on an ad-hoc basis, bringing a passion for cooking, strong culinary skills, and a friendly, inclusive approach to teaching. They connect with students to encourage confidence in the kitchen while educating and communicating La Soupe’s mission.

At La Soupe, we believe in bringing people together through food. Instead of a traditional teacher-student model, we see everyone as having something to share and something to learn. Our experiences are rooted in curiosity about food, with educators who ask questions, experiment, and cultivate a creative environment where our community can become confident in the kitchen.

Reports to: Education Manager

Payroll type: Independent contractor, part-time

Days/hours work:  Part-time independent contractor position with a flexible schedule based on the booking of scheduled classes.

Desired timing of hire: Immediate

Job Posting date: 2/16/2026

Locations: La Soupe, 915 E McMillian St, Cincinnati, OH 45206, and off-site locations throughout the greater Cincinnati and surrounding areas.

About La Soupe: La Soupe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the Cincinnati neighborhood of Walnut Hills.  It is the largest chef-led initiative in Ohio that bridges the gap between food waste and insecurity. Our chef-based model utilizes a large volunteer network to rescue perishables from farms, grocers, and wholesalers. Our highly talented Transform Team of chefs and volunteers transforms this food into healthy soups and meals. While La Soupe chefs and volunteers are addressing the immediate needs of food waste and food insecurity, La Soupe dietitians, teachers, and advocates are dedicated to creating sustainable change through our programs that educate and empower communities to waste less and live healthier.

Job Responsibilities: 

Contractor agrees to perform the following services: 

• Teach cooking classes using La Soupe’s curriculum, food, and equipment at La Soupe and other locations throughout the city

• Lead individual classes and/or multi-session class series as scheduled

• Prepare for classes, including reviewing recipes, developing agendas, and assembling or checking food kits prior to pickup

• Attend required periodic meetings related to program planning and development

Skills and Education:

• Professional cooking experience; culinary degree is a plus.

• Ability to teach basic cooking techniques in a hands-on class setting; prior teaching experience is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills when speaking in group settings.

• Experience with organizing and interacting with groups of diverse individuals with varying skills, backgrounds, and needs.

• Basic computer skills, including comfort with Google and Microsoft products.

• ServSafe Certification.

• Ability to comfortably lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ideal Characteristics: 

  • Food enthusiast with a passion for cooking and enjoys teaching to both kids (12+) and adults.

  • Friendly, people-oriented, and approachable

  • Ability to create a fun, engaging, and comfortable learning environment

  • Reliable and dependable.

Compensation: 

• $35 an hour for in-class work, which includes setting up, teaching, and cleaning up. Predicted 2.5 to 3 hours per Give a Crock(TM) (GAC) or recipe-based class and up to 4 hours for Cooking Improv class.

• $30 an hour for prep time, which could include reviewing the recipe, helping prepare food kits, or other tasks agreed upon. Predicted 1-3 hours per week (1 to review curriculum if needed and for food kit check and 1 hour transportation of kits to and from La Soupe). **No prep hours for Cooking Improv classes

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to LaToya Bridgeman, Education Manager, LaToya@lasoupe.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Equal opportunity: La Soupe, Inc. values a diverse and inclusive work environment where every team member matters. All qualified applicants for this position will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.