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Assistant Sous Chef (Lead Line Cook) Full Time - Walt Disney World

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $27.60
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
financial benefits
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Walt Disney World Resort, located in the vibrant cities of Orlando and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, stands as a world-renowned entertainment and hospitality destination. It is globally recognized for its magical experiences, immersive theme parks, and exceptional resort accommodations that attract millions of visitors annually. Operating as a leader in the hospitality industry, Walt Disney World Resort offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where team members, known as Cast Members, have unique opportunities for personal and professional growth. As part of the Walt Disney Company portfolio, the resort maintains a strong commitment to quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction, embodying... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 4 years of recent line cook experience including grill and sauté or culinary certificate with 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 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 working on the chef's table, if needed
  • Awareness of modern and classical cooking, as well as knife skills and basic butchering techniques
  • Additional personal protective equipment may be required
  • Good communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years of recent line cook experience including grill and sauté or culinary certificate with 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, tools, culinary techniques, and ingredients
  • Understanding of HACCP, food temperatures, proper food handling, and production judgment
  • Passion for culinary arts and guest service
  • Ability to follow recipes, make conversions, and adhere to food allergies
  • Good communication skills
  • Awareness of modern and classical cooking, knife skills, and basic butchering techniques

Job Duties

  • Assist the chef with overall culinary direction and team development
  • Supervise daily operation and execution of all menu categories and recipes
  • Ensure quality and efficiency for every dish prepared
  • Work in a variety of kitchens and locations within the resort
  • Create dishes from around the world using diverse ingredients
  • Promote collaboration and a lively work environment
  • Maintain safe, clean work habits and adhere to food safety standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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