Job Summary:

Culinary cast members at the Walt Disney World® Resort have the opportunity to provide first-rate dining experiences while working for one of the world’s leading entertainment and hospitality companies. Culinary cast members experience a world of options in our Hotels and Theme Parks, from quick service to Five-Diamond dining.

Responsibilities:

The Walt Disney World® Resort culinary team is seeking a Chef Assistant to help lead a team of talented culinary professionals to create unforgettable dishes for our Guests.

Picture yourself being a Chef Assistant and having the opportunity to:

• Assist the Chef with overall culinary direction and development of the team, while promoting teamwork and a fun work environment
• Oversee 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:

Recipe for Success

• Minimum 4 years of line cook experience; including grill and sauté or a culinary certificate and 2 years of 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
• Showcases passion for the culinary arts, continual learning and guest service
• Able to follow recipes, make recipe conversions, adhere to food allergies and propose menu items
• Basic understanding of kitchen lingo and etiquette
• Receptive to working on-stage and working on the chef's table, if needed
• Awareness of modern and classical cooking, as well as knife skills and basic butchering techniques
• Exhibits clean work habits and ownership of a safe, clean work area
• Support the chef in their absence and meet with the chef(s) for an overview
• 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
• 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