Have you ever wanted to work at Disney World as a Chef or Cook? How does a $1500 sign-on bonus sound? Well if I have peaked your interests read on for more details on the Summer Hiring Celebration!
Job Summary:
Visit the Walt Disney World Casting Center for our Summer Hiring Celebration! Come meet our Recruiters to learn more about the dynamic teams that provide unparalleled resort stay experiences for our guests! This event is open to the public and will focus on finding talent for various roles in our parks & resorts. Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to apply and interview on site! Some candidates may even be hired on-the-spot!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn more about what it’s like to make unforgettable memories for our Guests!
Candidates are encouraged to apply online prior to the event, however computers will be available at the event to complete applications and Walk-in’s are welcome.
Roles may include:
- Full Time Chef Assistant (Lead Line Cook)
- Full Time Chef Assistant Pastry/Bakery (Lead Baker)
- Full Time Culinary Cook 1 (Advanced Line Cook)
- Full Time Cook 1 Pastry/Bakery (Advanced Baker)
Full Time requires full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Part-Time requires full availability for any shift, a MINIMUM of (3) THREE days per week
Advanced Culinary roles receive a starting rate of $19.00 to $21.00/hourly
With our Disney Aspire program, eligible hourly Cast Members receive 100% of tuition paid upfront for partner institutions!
Related – Disney World is hosting Job Fairs in Central Florida-many with hiring bonuses
Event Details
When: The Walt Disney World Casting Center will be open for this event on Wednesdays from 9am-4pm
Where: Walt Disney World Casting Center
1515 E. Buena Vista DR
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
• To reduce wait time, it is strongly encouraged that you apply in advance
• Walk-in’s are Welcome
• Process may take up to three hours to complete
Parking: Please park in the Grapefruit Garage (located next to the Walt Disney World Casting Building) on the third floor. Use the pedestrian bridge to make your way to our building.
Please note: If you are not able to attend our in-person job fair, no worries! Please click on the link below to apply for the role in your area of interest and attend a virtual interview offered 6 days a week!
Full Time Chef Assistant (Lead Line Cook), if you are interested, please complete an application by clicking the link HERE.
Full Time Chef Assistant Pastry/Bakery (Lead Baker), if you are interested, please complete an application by clicking the link HERE
Full Time Culinary Cook 1 (Advanced Line Cook), if you are interested, please complete an application by clicking the link HERE
Full Time Cook 1 Pastry/Bakery (Advanced Baker), if you are interested, please complete an application by clicking the link HERE
Related – Universal Orlando Resort Hiring More Than 5,000 Jobs For Summer
Responsibilities:
Culinary Responsibilities
The Walt Disney World® Resort is searching for talented Cooks who are looking to push themselves to the next level in their career with our culinary team.
Picture yourself where you would have the opportunity to:
- Provide first-rate dining experiences while working for one of the world’s leading entertainment and hospitality companies
- Grow in your craft through continual learning and development alongside our advanced culinary team with years of experience in the industry
- Help generate dishes from scratch for a variety of locations throughout property from quick service to fine dining
Basic Qualifications:
Culinary Basic Qualifications
- Show strong attention-to-detail, organization, retention and problem-solving skills even while working under a sense of urgency and with quality ingredients
- Ability to operate effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly to ensure smooth service operations and quality service
- Proven knowledge of HACCP, proper food handling techniques, temperatures and food safety
- Must have superior culinary, food production and high standards of excellence, including the ability to work cleanly, safely and efficiently
- Possess proficiency in all stations of the line, including grill and sauté, as well as skills with knives, tools and kitchen equipment
- Demonstrates the ability to follow recipes and an understanding of recipe conversion
- Awareness of modern and classical cooking, including specialized culinary techniques and measurements, and possess the ability to propose menu items
- Knowledge of basic butchering, food allergies, seasonal ingredients and menus
- Physical role requiring heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending twisting, and kneeling
- Most advanced roles require a minimum 3 years of line cook experience or culinary certification plus 2 years of line cook experience at a table service establishment – Fine Dining experience is a plus, but not required
- Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required
- Cast Members will be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred Qualifications:
Culinary Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual preferred
- H.A.C.C.P. (food safety training) certified
To learn more about the Summer Hiring Celebration click here.
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