Napa Rose Fine Dining Culinary - Dinner Cook - Full Time

Anaheim, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

financial benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

retirement plans

Training and Development

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Disneyland Resort is a globally renowned entertainment destination located in California, famous for its theme parks, attractions, and exceptional guest experiences. Among its many offerings, the resort is home to Napa Rose, an award-winning fine dining restaurant inside the luxurious Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Napa Rose is celebrated for its bold new menu and stunningly reimagined space, continuing its legacy of redefining fine dining in California. This establishment not only offers exquisite culinary creations but also provides an atmosphere that combines artistry, innovation, and unparalleled guest service. The culinary teams at Disneyland Resort, including those at Napa Rose, are recognized not just as chefs, but as artists, visionaries, and storytellers who bring magic to every dish served. This commitment to excellence makes Napa Rose an exceptional place to build a culinary career in a dynamic and lively high-volume environment.

The role of Dinner Cook at Napa Rose offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about fine dining cuisine. This position encompasses preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of foods, from stocks, soups, and sauces to meats, vegetables, and desserts. Dinner Cooks at Napa Rose must skillfully measure and mix ingredients using various kitchen utensils and equipment and are responsible for maintaining food quality and safety through adherence to stringent HACCP procedures. Working in a fast-paced team environment, Dinner Cooks must demonstrate speed, accuracy, and efficiency while adapting to changing production requirements. This role demands proficiency in culinary techniques, strong organizational and multitasking skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events. The pay rate for this role in California is $28.00 per hour, with select benefits offered as part of the compensation package, including medical and financial benefits depending on the level and position offered. Joining Napa Rose means becoming part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and the art of culinary storytelling in one of the most prestigious fine dining settings at Disneyland Resort.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Passion for culinary and delighting guests with food
Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events
Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Good communication skills
Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
Physical stamina to stand for extended periods
Basic understanding of kitchen equipment
Reliable and punctual

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary field with a focus on high volume production
Culinary education degree or equivalent experience required with less than 2 years of experience in culinary field
Proficient knife skills
Proven knowledge of culinary techniques and terminology
Proven ability to read and understand recipes
Organizational skills
Ability to multitask and adapt to production requirements in a fast-paced team environment
Speed, accuracy, and efficiency
Ability to work well under pressure
Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events

Job Duties

Prepare, season, and cook stocks, soups, sauces, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in hotels and restaurants
Read menus to estimate food requirements and procure it from storage
Adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles
Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles
Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods
Add seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking according to personal judgment and experience
Observe and test food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with a fork to determine that it is cooked
Responsible for ensuring food is cooked to proper standards
Clean kitchen equipment and practice all HACCP procedures