- Company: Sur La Table
- Location: McLean, Virginia
- Salary: Pay not listed
CSC Generation at a glance
CSC Generation is a consumer home-brand platform that has drawn coverage as a large multi-brand operator. Recent reporting covers its acquisition of outdoor retailer Backcountry, including deal notes from Shop Eat Surf Outdoor and SGB Media. This Culinary Lead role is listed under Sur La Table, aligning with CSC’s home and lifestyle retail portfolio.
Cooking Lead (Sur La Table) at Cscgeneration-2 in McLean, Virginia
About This Position
As a Culinary Lead at Sur La Table, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our store by inspiring customers throughout their culinary journey. You will combine your culinary expertise with business acumen and teaching skills to support the culinary program, drive sales, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and build a high-performing team.
- Support recruitment, training, and ongoing development of a high-performing team to meet the culinary business needs.
- Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and uphold a positive team culture.
- Provide in-the-moment coaching and feedback to elevate performance and team engagement. Communicate performance issues directly to the General Manager/Store Manager.
What You'll Do
Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty. This involves:
- Create engaging culinary programs and classes that educate customers on cooking techniques and recipes.
- Interact with customers to provide personalized assistance and guidance in the kitchen.
- Drive digital growth through social media and online platforms, enhancing our brand presence and customer engagement.
What You Bring
To succeed as a Culinary Lead at Sur La Table, you should have:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in the culinary industry, preferably with leadership roles.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members.
- Strong teaching and coaching abilities to inspire and motivate your team.
- Experience in customer service and a passion for sharing knowledge about cooking and food.
About the Company
Sur La Table is renowned for its extensive selection of exclusive and premium-quality kitchenware, along with unparalleled culinary expertise. With over 58 stores across the United States, we are dedicated to creating happiness through cooking and sharing good food. Our commitment to excellence in service sets us apart as a leader in avocational cooking programs.
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What people say about Sur La Table
Recent news
- CSC Generation is a billion-dollar home brand. Why haven’t you heard of it? - Business of Home
- Backcountry Acquired by Tech Platform CSC Generation Enterprise - Shop Eat Surf Outdoor
- EXEC: Backcountry Sold as TSG Closes Deal with CSC Generation Enterprise - SGB Media Online
- Backcountry.com acquired by CSC Generation Enterprise - TownLift, Park City News
- One Kings Lane Employees Allege Pregnancy Discrimination Against CSC Generation - Business Insider
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in McLean, Virginia
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McLean is an unincorporated community in Fairfax County, Virginia, in the Washington metro area between the Potomac River and Vienna. It sits in Northern Virginia’s dense retail and office corridor—useful context for an on-site culinary retail lead role.
Virginia, officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. It borders Kentucky to the west, Tennessee to the south-west, North Carolina to the south, West Virginia to the north-west, and Maryland to the north. The state's capital is Richmond and its most populous city is V
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 187,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Unemployment rate in Virginia: 3.8% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in Virginia: 1.1% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Virginia: $12.77/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Virginia: $70,264 — via FRED
Home prices in Virginia (year over year): +3.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Fairfax County: $132,774 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Fairfax County: 28 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Fairfax County: Drove Alone (53%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Fairfax County: 97% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby green space: 8 parks within 1.5km — closest is Elm Street Park. via OpenStreetMap
Nearest public transit: Old Dominion Dr & Ingleside Ave (bus stop, 273m). via OpenStreetMap
Typical climate: average high 64°F / low 48°F year-round (summers around 83°F, winters around 29°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $2,015/mo · $2,246/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 84m (276 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
A Culinary Lead path typically sits between associate/kitchen specialist and store or multi-unit leadership—strong for candidates who mix culinary credibility with retail floor coaching.
Build the skills for this role
Prioritize demo technique, team coaching, inventory awareness, and guest recovery. No certification list was provided for this posting.
- Walk through a demo or class you led and how you measured guest engagement.
- Explain how you coach associates who are strong on product but weak on sales cadence.
- Describe a peak-hour service breakdown and what you fixed same day.
Best fit: retail culinary leaders comfortable on the sales floor at a Sur La Table–style store in McLean, not remote. Thin public review/salary data—treat culture and pay as open interview questions.
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Listing facts
- Role Culinary Lead
- Employer Sur La Table
- Location McLean, Virginia
- Type Part Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 29, 2026
- Apply by August 28, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (356 words)
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