Napa Rose Fine Dining Culinary - Full Time

Santa Ana, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

financial benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Career Development

retirement plans

Special events access

Job Description

Disneyland Resort is a world-renowned entertainment complex known for its magical experiences, exceptional guest service, and commitment to creativity and innovation. Among its many treasured venues is Napa Rose, an award-winning fine dining restaurant located within Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in California. Napa Rose is celebrated for its exceptional ingredients, imaginative cuisine, and stunningly reimagined space that continues to redefine fine dining in the region. The restaurant operates in a dynamic, lively, and high-volume environment where culinary excellence and innovation are at the forefront. Employees at Napa Rose are more than just chefs; they are artists and storytellers, passionate about creating unforgettable dining experiences that delight every guest.

The current opportunity at Napa Rose invites skilled culinary professionals to join as Dinner Cooks and Specialty Cooks. These roles focus on delivering exceptional culinary creations, maintaining high standards of food safety, and contributing to the overall guest experience that Disneyland Resort is known for. The Dinner Cook position entails preparing a variety of dishes including stocks, soups, sauces, meats, vegetables, and desserts with precision and care, adjusting kitchen equipment settings, and ensuring food is cooked to the proper standards. Specialty Cooks utilize advanced cooking techniques such as braising, roasting, and sautéing, while also managing inventory and production planning. Both roles require adherence to HACCP procedures and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Working at Napa Rose offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious brand that values innovation, creativity, and teamwork. Employees have the chance to be part of a transformative culinary environment where every dish is a story and every service is a performance. The resort provides a supportive setting where culinary passion is encouraged and developed, with flexibility to work various shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events. Compensation for Dinner Cooks starts at $28 per hour, while Specialty Cooks earn $30 per hour, reflecting the high standards and expertise required for these positions.

Joining Napa Rose means becoming part of a distinctive culinary legacy within the Disneyland Resort, where your skills will contribute to the magical memories created for guests from around the world. With a strong emphasis on quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction, Napa Rose ensures that every member of the culinary team is empowered to excel and shine in their craft. If you have a passion for fine dining and the culinary arts, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, Napa Rose welcomes you to apply and embark on an extraordinary culinary career journey with one of California's most celebrated fine dining establishments.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary field focusing on high volume production or culinary education degree or equivalent
proficiency in knife skills
knowledge of culinary techniques and terminology
ability to read and understand recipes
strong organizational skills
ability to multitask and adapt to fast-paced production requirements
ability to work under pressure
flexibility to work various shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events

Job Qualifications

Passion for culinary and delighting guests with food
minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary field focusing on high volume production
culinary education degree or equivalent experience with less than 2 years of experience
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
flexibility to work various shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events

Job Duties

Ensure food is cooked to proper standards
clean kitchen equipment and practice all HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures
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
bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods adding seasoning during mixing or cooking according to judgment and experience
observe and test food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with a fork to determine that it is cooked
use a variety of cooking techniques such as braising, baking, roasting (oven or rotating spit), and high-level skillet/sauté work
operate all kitchen equipment including adjusting thermostat controls
inventory products, read menus (BEOs, Restaurant Orders), and estimate food requirements to create production plans
maintain standards and specifications related to food preparation and food handling daily
uphold food safety and sanitation guidelines, including temperature requirements and HACCP procedures
demonstrate advanced culinary technical skills required in food preparation and use of kitchen equipment
present and discuss menu item preparation with Dinner Cooks, Order/Grill Cooks, and guests