Chef Jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Chef jobs in Minneapolis are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in the North Loop, Uptown, and the Downtown dining corridor across fine dining, hotel food and beverage, and corporate hospitality. Employers hiring right now include Aparium Hotel, Levy, and Canteen. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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CocuSocial, one of North America's largest culinary experience providers, is seeking experienced Chef Instructors to lead fun, hands-on cooking classes in Minneapolis.
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.
Why Teach with CocuSocial?
- Flexible scheduling — teach as often as you'd like, from a few classes per month to multiple classes per week
- Competitive compensation — earn $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips
- Creative freedom — teach cuisines and recipes you're passionate about
- Established platform — we handle marketing, ticket sales, customer service, and venue partnerships
- Supportive team — receive guidance on class development, operations, and best practices
Ideal Candidate
- Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others
- Professional culinary background
- Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or other instructional environments preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Class Concepts We're Looking For
We're currently seeking instructors comfortable teaching one or more of the following:
- Cheese Making
- Pad Thai
- Paella
- Street Tacos
- Empanadas
- French Pastry & Choux
- Mixology
- Wine Tasting
- Handmade Pasta
- Sushi Making
- Neapolitan or Artisan Pizza
- Dumplings
Additional cuisines and specialties are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup
- Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment
- Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format
- Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event
- Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences
Nice to Have
- Access to a venue (your home, commercial kitchen, restaurant, event space, etc.) that may be suitable for hosting classes
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 31 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
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
CocuSocial, one of North America's largest culinary experience providers, is seeking experienced Chef Instructors to lead fun, hands-on cooking classes in Minneapolis.
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.
Why Teach with CocuSocial?
- Flexible scheduling — teach as often as you'd like, from a few classes per month to multiple classes per week
- Competitive compensation — earn $200–$350+ per class, plus guest tips
- Creative freedom — teach cuisines and recipes you're passionate about
- Established platform — we handle marketing, ticket sales, customer service, and venue partnerships
- Supportive team — receive guidance on class development, operations, and best practices
Ideal Candidate
- Passionate about food and excited to share culinary skills with others
- Professional culinary background
- Prior experience teaching cooking classes, culinary education, demonstrations, team training, or other instructional environments preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups of up to 26 guests
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Class Concepts We're Looking For
We're currently seeking instructors comfortable teaching one or more of the following:
- Cheese Making
- Pad Thai
- Paella
- Street Tacos
- Empanadas
- French Pastry & Choux
- Mixology
- Wine Tasting
- Handmade Pasta
- Sushi Making
- Neapolitan or Artisan Pizza
- Dumplings
Additional cuisines and specialties are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Lead and organize the entire class experience, including ingredient purchasing, setup, instruction, and cleanup
- Create a fun, engaging, and beginner-friendly learning environment
- Teach classes in a hands-on, interactive format
- Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the event
- Represent CocuSocial professionally while delivering exceptional guest experiences
Nice to Have
- Access to a venue (your home, commercial kitchen, restaurant, event space, etc.) that may be suitable for hosting classes
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 31 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
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism
Chef Jobs in Minneapolis: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a chef job in Minneapolis?
The strongest hiring happens in Minneapolis's hotel and resort properties, independent fine dining restaurants in the North Loop and Loring Park neighborhoods, and corporate dining accounts in the downtown skyway district. Candidates with experience in farm-to-table menus or Midwestern regional cuisine stand out here. Showing up with a tight portfolio of seasonal menus and references from recognizable Twin Cities establishments gives you a real edge over generic applicants.
Which companies hire chefs in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis chef roles are posted by Aparium Hotel, Levy, and Canteen and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The local employer mix runs from independent restaurant groups and boutique hotels to large healthcare systems and university dining operations, all of which hire across experience levels.
Are there remote chef jobs in Minneapolis?
Remote work is rare for chef roles because the job is hands-on and kitchen-based by nature. About 0% of chef openings tied to Minneapolis are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be culinary consulting, menu development, or test kitchen projects rather than line or executive positions. Corporate food innovation roles in Minneapolis are the most likely to offer any schedule flexibility.
How can I get a chef job in Minneapolis with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Minneapolis is through prep cook or line cook roles at hotel banquet kitchens, campus dining at the University of Minnesota, or the city's busy fast-casual restaurant groups, all of which hire regularly and train on the job. Completing a program at a local culinary school and taking shifts during the busy summer festival season builds the local references that Minneapolis hiring managers actually check.
Which industries hire the most chefs in Minneapolis?
The sectors hiring the most chefs in Minneapolis are Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minneapolis's dense concentration of headquarters, medical campuses, and a year-round events and hospitality scene drives consistent demand across all of those sectors.
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