Assistant Sous Chef - Catering, Part Time - Walt Disney World

Job ID 1243485BR Location Orlando, Florida, United States / Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Nov. 13, 2024

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Job Summary:

Do you have a passion for the Culinary Arts and experience working in all stations of a kitchen? If so, Walt Disney World Resort is seeking Culinary Assistant Sous Chefs! Culinary Cast Members at Walt Disney World have the opportunity to provide first-rate dining experiences while working for one of the world’s leading entertainment and hospitality companies. In this role, we experience a world of options in our Hotels and Theme Parks, from quick service to Five-Diamond dining.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $26.10 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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Responsibilities:

We assist the Chef Leadership Team in delivering the overall culinary direction and development of the team, while promoting collaboration and a lively work environment
We supervise the daily operation and execution of all menu categories and recipes to ensure the quality and efficiency for every dish
Continue to grow in your culinary career by working in a variety of kitchens and locations without ever having to leave the company
Create dishes from around the world with endless ingredients at your fingertips

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of recent line cook experience; including grill and sauté or a culinary certificate and 2 years of recent line cook experience; including grill and sauté
Proven experience in all stations of the kitchen and multiple cooking skills
Knowledge of kitchen equipment, basic tools, small wares, culinary techniques and ingredients specialized to the location
Demonstrates knowledge of HACCP, basic food temperatures, proper food handling and good judgment of quantity, quality and production
Passion for the culinary arts, continual learning and guest service
Able to follow recipes, make recipe conversions, adhere to and knowledgeable on food allergies and propose menu items
Basic understanding of kitchen lingo and etiquette as well as exhibits clean work habits and ownership of a safe, clean work area
Receptive to working on-stage and speaking with guests, if needed
Awareness of modern and classical cooking, as well as knife skills and basic butchering techniques
Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required, and Cast Members will be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
Good Communication Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

How to Stand Out

Possess bilingual communication skills
Be Serve Safe certified
Proven prior experience as a lead line cook
Fine Dining or Catering/Events kitchen experience desired
Previous experience in a high volume catering, restaurant or hotel

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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