Sous Chef (Full-Time) - Springs Foods at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $46,700.00 - $63,000.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Career development programs
Job Description
Disney is a globally renowned leader in entertainment and hospitality, offering unique and immersive experiences to guests of all ages. As a company, Disney values creativity, high-quality service, and an exceptional work environment that fosters teamwork and innovation. Operating an extensive portfolio of resorts, restaurants, and theme parks, Disney prides itself on maintaining superior standards in all aspects of guest interaction and culinary excellence.
The role of Sous Chef at Disney represents a vital leadership position within our culinary operations, working within the restaurant environment to deliver exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. This full-time position offers exclusive Disney perks and great benefits, reflecting our commitment to supporting our team members both professionally and personally.
As a Sous Chef, you will lead daily culinary activities, coaching and managing the kitchen team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency goals consistently. You will ensure that each dish served maintains the highest quality standards, strictly following established recipes and culinary techniques. Your leadership will be essential in coordinating with vendors to source the best ingredients at appropriate costs while maintaining budgetary goals. Food safety and kitchen cleanliness will be priorities to guarantee compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations, alongside occupational safety standards.
With advanced knowledge of culinary practices, business leadership, and restaurant management, the successful Sous Chef will foster a productive, safe, and positive kitchen environment. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and developing talented culinary professionals, empowering them to grow their skills and contribute meaningfully to the team. Staff scheduling, delegation, and mentoring are core components of this role, ensuring high performance and adherence to Disney’s acclaimed standards, including the Disney 5-Keys Basics and Service Basics.
The position demands excellent communication and teamwork skills, as you will work closely with other department leaders to synchronize operations and achieve a seamless guest experience. Recognizing and rewarding team achievements to sustain motivation and morale will also form a key part of your leadership duties.
This is an opportunity to join a world-class company recognized for its dedication to excellence, creativity, and guest satisfaction. Working as a Sous Chef at Disney means becoming part of a passionate team committed to delivering magical dining experiences while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities. If you are an experienced culinary professional eager to lead with integrity and innovation, this position offers a rewarding and dynamic environment to showcase your talent.
The role of Sous Chef at Disney represents a vital leadership position within our culinary operations, working within the restaurant environment to deliver exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. This full-time position offers exclusive Disney perks and great benefits, reflecting our commitment to supporting our team members both professionally and personally.
As a Sous Chef, you will lead daily culinary activities, coaching and managing the kitchen team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency goals consistently. You will ensure that each dish served maintains the highest quality standards, strictly following established recipes and culinary techniques. Your leadership will be essential in coordinating with vendors to source the best ingredients at appropriate costs while maintaining budgetary goals. Food safety and kitchen cleanliness will be priorities to guarantee compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations, alongside occupational safety standards.
With advanced knowledge of culinary practices, business leadership, and restaurant management, the successful Sous Chef will foster a productive, safe, and positive kitchen environment. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and developing talented culinary professionals, empowering them to grow their skills and contribute meaningfully to the team. Staff scheduling, delegation, and mentoring are core components of this role, ensuring high performance and adherence to Disney’s acclaimed standards, including the Disney 5-Keys Basics and Service Basics.
The position demands excellent communication and teamwork skills, as you will work closely with other department leaders to synchronize operations and achieve a seamless guest experience. Recognizing and rewarding team achievements to sustain motivation and morale will also form a key part of your leadership duties.
This is an opportunity to join a world-class company recognized for its dedication to excellence, creativity, and guest satisfaction. Working as a Sous Chef at Disney means becoming part of a passionate team committed to delivering magical dining experiences while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities. If you are an experienced culinary professional eager to lead with integrity and innovation, this position offers a rewarding and dynamic environment to showcase your talent.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience as a sous chef or similar role
- proven leadership ability in a kitchen environment
- knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations
- strong organizational and multitasking skills
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques
- experience in restaurant management
- strong leadership and team-building skills
- knowledge of food safety regulations and occupational safety guidelines
- ability to create and execute menus
- excellent communication skills
- prior experience in coaching and developing culinary teams
- ability to manage vendor relationships
Job Duties
- Lead daily culinary functions within the restaurant
- meet or exceed financial goals while achieving all food quality and customer satisfaction objectives
- create and execute menus and menu items as necessary
- work closely with vendors to ensure quality and appropriate cost of all ingredients
- maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety within the kitchen
- ensure the consistent high quality of all menu items
- ensure food safety regulations and procedures are followed at all times
- ensure special dietary and/or allergy needs are met when necessary
- interview, select, train and develop talented culinary team members
- provide continuous training and development to the culinary and restaurant team
- ensure team members are scheduled appropriately
- coach and counsel team members as necessary to ensure quality, consistency, and safety
- recognize team members for high achievement
- delegate responsibilities to culinary team members as appropriate
- consistently communicate all necessary information to the culinary team
- work closely with all other leaders and team members and display good teamwork
- follow the Disney 5-Keys Basics, Service Basics and Company Guidelines at all times
- all other tasks as assigned
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