Disney Culinary Program Jobs

Walt Disney World Resort

Jul. 20, 2023

Job Summary:

As a Disney Culinary Program participant at the Walt Disney World® Resort, you will become part of the magic that is known worldwide, gain on-the-job experience working in our parks and resorts, participate in unique learning experiences, and have the opportunity to meet and live with people from all over the world in the housing community. You will embark on a new journey with our Culinary Program as you create lasting impressions and unforgettable dining experiences for our guests from around the world. Master your craft as you work side-by side with culinary leaders and team members in areas that range from catering and fine dining to pastry and quick-service.

We are recruiting for Programs with arrival dates through Spring 2024. Individual Program lengths vary and may be in accordance with your school requirements. Program length must be between 4 months (16 weeks) to 6 months (24 weeks).

You will indicate your arrival availability at time of interview.

Responsibilities:

Culinary Assistant, Cook II

• Gaining skills in culinary fundamentals in hot and cold food station setup, sauce-making, catering production, and salad/sandwich preparation
• Following standardized recipes and food sanitation guidelines
• Students with additional years of experience/education may be considered for a Cook 1 role
• Deep-frying, sautéing, roasting, boiling, and grilling, along with vegetable, grains, and starch cookery
• Working in an a la carte, buffet, catering/special events, production or quick-service/food court environment (may include an on-stage cooking location)
• Working with basic recipes and learning advanced food preparation

Culinary Assistant, Baking & Pastry

• Working in a high-volume bakery, banquet, catering/special events, production or restaurant environment
• Mixing, cutting, proofing, and baking
• Learning the technical skills of plated dessert preparations as well as muffins, breads, cookies, petit fours, and cupcakes
• Gaining knowledge of food cost control and product ordering
• Students with additional years of experience/education may be considered for a Baking & Pastry 1 role
• Following standardized recipes and food sanitation guidelines

Basic Qualifications:

Participation in this Program requires

• Possess unrestricted work authorization within the United States
• Be at least 18 years of age at time of application
• Able to stand/walk for the entire shift, lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform consistent production and presentation of well-prepared, flavorful food while ensuring the highest sanitation standards (HACCP – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) and exceptional Guest service
• Work in a variety of locations including indoors and outdoors
• Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays and overtime
• Be receptive to Disney Look appearance guidelines

Recipe for Success

• Able to understand the importance of and follow a recipe, including identify various food products, dairy, meats and produce
• Demonstrate good judgment of quantity, quality and production
• Display proficient knife skills and knowledge of basic cuts
• Possess passion for the culinary arts and desire to learn more in the Food & Beverage industry
• Cast Members will be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies

Required Education

• Graduated in the past twenty-four (24) months
• Currently enrolled in at least one (1) class and have completed at least one semester or
• GPA
• Grade level
• Currently enrolled students may need to meet additional school requirements, such as:
  • GPA
  • Grade level
  • Number of credit hours earned
• Full-time or part-time student in a Culinary Arts/Baking & Pastry program seeking a certificate or degree in the United States
  • Currently enrolled in at least one (1) class and have completed at least one semester or
  • Graduated in the past twenty-four (24) months
• Number of credit hours earned

• United States includes all 50 states plus Puerto Rico and all other United States territories.

Additional Information:

• $23.10 per hour for Cook 1 / Baking & Pastry 1
• $20.00 per hour for Cook 2 / Baking & Pastry 2
• Programs occur year-around, and vary in length. The specific time frame of your program will be discussed at the time of the interview
• A Disney Culinary Program participant's wage will be:
  • $20.00 per hour for Cook 2 / Baking & Pastry 2
  • $23.10 per hour for Cook 1 / Baking & Pastry 1
  • $24.10 per hour for Cook 1 Signature
• $24.10 per hour for Cook 1 Signature

• We strongly encourage candidates to explore disneyprograms.com and Culinary – Disney Programs Support prior to submitting an application
• Candidates who receive an offer with be required to pay the Program Participation Fee & Housing Fee within 10 days of receiving the offer