Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Exclusive Disney perks
Job Description
Disney is a global leader in entertainment and hospitality, renowned for creating magical experiences for guests of all ages. With a rich history of storytelling and innovation, Disney's commitment to excellence extends beyond its theme parks and media; it is also a premier employer in the hospitality and culinary industries. Disney's culinary teams are tasked with delivering delicious, high-quality food in immersive environments that reflect Disney's brand values of creativity, safety, and guest satisfaction. Working at Disney means being part of a vibrant community that values diversity, teamwork, and dedication to guest service. The company offers great benefits and exclusive Disney perks, making it an attractive workplace for culinary professionals who want to grow their careers in a dynamic and supportive setting.
The role of Sous Chef at Disney is a critical leadership position within the restaurant's culinary team. The Sous Chef leads daily culinary activities, focusing on coaching and managing the team to meet goals of safety, food quality, productivity, efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences. This role demands an individual with advanced culinary skills, strong leadership abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations. The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that every menu item is prepared according to high standards and that recipes are followed precisely. Delegation, team building, and maintaining vendor relationships are key aspects of this job, along with ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety guidelines.
The Sous Chef must be proactive in menu development, cost control, training, and scheduling to maximize kitchen productivity and maintain quality. They work closely with other leaders and team members, upholding Disney's service basics and company guidelines, to create a cohesive and collaborative work environment. This position requires someone who thrives under pressure, demonstrates strong customer satisfaction results, and has a history of financial responsibility, including budget management and cost control. Additionally, the Sous Chef at Disney needs to champion safety and cleanliness in the kitchen, addressing special dietary and allergy needs carefully. Embracing Disney's values, this role supports continuous training and development of staff to ensure both team members and guests have memorable experiences. Practical physical abilities to manage kitchen operations and a commitment to arriving on time and adhering to appearance guidelines round out the qualifications for this role. This is an opportunity to grow professionally within a world-renowned company while contributing to its mission of delivering magical experiences through food excellence.
The role of Sous Chef at Disney is a critical leadership position within the restaurant's culinary team. The Sous Chef leads daily culinary activities, focusing on coaching and managing the team to meet goals of safety, food quality, productivity, efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences. This role demands an individual with advanced culinary skills, strong leadership abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations. The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that every menu item is prepared according to high standards and that recipes are followed precisely. Delegation, team building, and maintaining vendor relationships are key aspects of this job, along with ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety guidelines.
The Sous Chef must be proactive in menu development, cost control, training, and scheduling to maximize kitchen productivity and maintain quality. They work closely with other leaders and team members, upholding Disney's service basics and company guidelines, to create a cohesive and collaborative work environment. This position requires someone who thrives under pressure, demonstrates strong customer satisfaction results, and has a history of financial responsibility, including budget management and cost control. Additionally, the Sous Chef at Disney needs to champion safety and cleanliness in the kitchen, addressing special dietary and allergy needs carefully. Embracing Disney's values, this role supports continuous training and development of staff to ensure both team members and guests have memorable experiences. Practical physical abilities to manage kitchen operations and a commitment to arriving on time and adhering to appearance guidelines round out the qualifications for this role. This is an opportunity to grow professionally within a world-renowned company while contributing to its mission of delivering magical experiences through food excellence.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of three years of culinary experience
- minimum of one year of leadership experience
- previous kitchen leadership experience strongly preferred
- minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- culinary arts degree strongly preferred
- previous experience in high volume and/or upscale restaurants a plus
- previous experience preparing Mexican cuisine a plus
- must have or be able to obtain a Manager Food Safety certificate (ServSafe, FSP or equivalent)
- must have a stable work history demonstrating continuous growth and strong work ethic
- must have a past record of effectively leading culinary teams
- must have a past record of strong customer satisfaction metrics
- must be able to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
- must have a past record of financial responsibility, including creating and working within budgets, maintaining food and labor costs, managing purchasing and inventory, and driving restaurant revenue
- must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- must be well versed in food safety regulations, HACCP principles, food allergens/dietary needs, and OSHA guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of culinary experience
- minimum of one year of leadership experience
- previous kitchen leadership experience strongly preferred
- minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- culinary arts degree strongly preferred
- previous experience in high volume and/or upscale restaurants a plus
- previous experience preparing Mexican cuisine a plus
- must have or be able to obtain a Manager Food Safety certificate (ServSafe, FSP or equivalent)
- must have a stable work history demonstrating continuous growth and strong work ethic
- must have a past record of effectively leading culinary teams
- must have a past record of strong customer satisfaction metrics
- must be able to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
- must have a past record of financial responsibility, including creating and working within budgets, maintaining food and labor costs, managing purchasing and inventory, and driving restaurant revenue
- must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- must be well versed in food safety regulations, HACCP principles, food allergens/dietary needs, and OSHA guidelines
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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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