Chef Assistant (Full-Time) - El Mercado, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
great benefits
Exclusive Disney perks
Job Description
Join a world-renowned and dynamic hospitality company known for delivering exceptional dining experiences with a sprinkle of magic. As a leader in the entertainment and hospitality industry, this establishment offers unique opportunities with great benefits and exclusive Disney perks that make the work environment engaging and rewarding. The company prides itself on a commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and employee development, providing an inclusive and supportive culture where culinary talents can flourish.
The role of Prep Chef/Chef Assistant is essential within the kitchen's day-to-day operations. This position involves preparing and presenting food items to the highest quality standards while adhering strictly to company policies and food safety guidelines. Working in this role means actively participating in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment, ensuring food preparation stations are well-managed and operational. The candidate will assist the chefs in various culinary tasks, thereby learning and supporting the intricate workings of a high-volume kitchen environment.
This role requires a comprehensive understanding of culinary techniques and food safety protocols, with responsibilities spanning multiple kitchen areas including pantry, grill, fry, saute, prep, and expo stations. The Prep Chef/Chef Assistant must efficiently handle tasks such as portion control to minimize waste, document food safety adherence, and operate kitchen equipment correctly. Additionally, the role demands excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with chefs and other kitchen and restaurant team members.
Candidates will benefit from an enriching work environment that encourages learning and growth, with added responsibilities such as training new kitchen team members and upholding the Disney 5-Keys Basics, Service Basics, and company guidelines at all times. This position is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in a fast-paced, specialty cuisine environment, particularly those interested in Mexican culinary traditions. Working conditions require physical stamina, mobility, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks in varied environments including kitchens, coolers, freezers, and outdoor settings.
The Prep Chef/Chef Assistant role offers a unique blend of practical kitchen experience, teamwork, and customer-focused service in a globally recognized brand known for excellence. It's a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals aiming to advance their careers while enjoying comprehensive benefits and the exclusive perks associated with the Disney brand.
The role of Prep Chef/Chef Assistant is essential within the kitchen's day-to-day operations. This position involves preparing and presenting food items to the highest quality standards while adhering strictly to company policies and food safety guidelines. Working in this role means actively participating in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment, ensuring food preparation stations are well-managed and operational. The candidate will assist the chefs in various culinary tasks, thereby learning and supporting the intricate workings of a high-volume kitchen environment.
This role requires a comprehensive understanding of culinary techniques and food safety protocols, with responsibilities spanning multiple kitchen areas including pantry, grill, fry, saute, prep, and expo stations. The Prep Chef/Chef Assistant must efficiently handle tasks such as portion control to minimize waste, document food safety adherence, and operate kitchen equipment correctly. Additionally, the role demands excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with chefs and other kitchen and restaurant team members.
Candidates will benefit from an enriching work environment that encourages learning and growth, with added responsibilities such as training new kitchen team members and upholding the Disney 5-Keys Basics, Service Basics, and company guidelines at all times. This position is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in a fast-paced, specialty cuisine environment, particularly those interested in Mexican culinary traditions. Working conditions require physical stamina, mobility, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks in varied environments including kitchens, coolers, freezers, and outdoor settings.
The Prep Chef/Chef Assistant role offers a unique blend of practical kitchen experience, teamwork, and customer-focused service in a globally recognized brand known for excellence. It's a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals aiming to advance their careers while enjoying comprehensive benefits and the exclusive perks associated with the Disney brand.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years culinary experience
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must have or be able to obtain a State of Florida Food Safety Certificate
- Must be highly skilled in food preparation and cooking techniques
- Must be able to perform all necessary job functions
- Must be able to stand and be mobile for up to 4 consecutive hours
- Must be able to function in narrow spaces such as kitchens and dining rooms
- Must be able to lift and carry equipment or food up to 50 pounds
- Must possess dexterity in lifting and carrying trays and other restaurant items
- Must be able to push and pull carts and doors
- Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, stoop and crouch
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks
- Must be able to complete work duties in a variety of environmental conditions including coolers, freezers, kitchens and outdoor settings
- Must be able to work with foods containing various food allergens
- Must be able to communicate and interact politely and effectively with guests of all types
- Must be able to satisfy guest demands
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Basic communication in English necessary
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to arrive for all assigned shifts on-time
- Must be able to comply with company appearance guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years culinary experience
- Culinary education strongly preferred
- Previous experience supervising kitchen operations preferred
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must have or be able to obtain a State of Florida Food Safety Certificate
- Must have extensive knowledge of food safety including proper holding temperatures, cooking temperatures, date marking procedures, cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Must be highly skilled in food preparation and cooking techniques including knife skills, sautéing, grilling, braising, baking, frying
- Must be able to read and follow recipes to completion
- Knowledge of Mexican cuisine a plus
- Basic communication in English necessary
- Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus
Job Duties
- Work in a variety of kitchen stations including, but not limited to, pantry, grill, fry, saute, prep and expo
- Prepare all food items according to recipe and food safety guidelines
- Maintain food costs through portion control and minimizing waste
- Document food safety procedures through daily logs
- Set up and break down kitchen stations
- Clean and sanitize kitchen areas and equipment
- Safely and properly operate food preparation equipment
- Receive food shipments and properly store food items
- Assist Chefs in daily kitchen operations as needed
- Communicate effectively with Chefs, kitchen team and entire restaurant team
- Train kitchen team members as needed
- Follow the Disney 5-Keys Basics, Service Basics and Company Guidelines at all times
- All other tasks as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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