Sous Chef

@ 1001 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc.
1001 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc.1001waltdisneyparksandresortsu.s.,inc..com

Sous Chef

Lake Buena Vista, FL
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

The company operates dining and merchandise services at Walt Disney World, focusing on culinary excellence, staff development, and guest satisfaction. As a Sous Chef, you'll lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Minimum of two years of culinary management
  • Ability to lead in fast-paced settings
  • Knowledge of cooking fundamentals
  • Flexible scheduling including nights weekends

Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or certification preferred
  • Experience in unionized environments
  • Food Safety Certification
  • Strong leadership skills

Full job description

Job Posting Title:

Sous Chef

Req ID:

10161022

Job Description:

Job Description

Provide leadership, development, support and motivation to Leaders, creating a positive environment that encourages ownership and accountability; attracts and retains a diverse talent pool while meeting or exceeding business results!  You will specialize in building unique food offerings that cater to our Guests' preferences, setting trends, and innovating culinary experiences. As a role model, you will exemplify exceptional culinary skills and cuisine savvy!

Duties

  • Implement a wide range of menu offerings for various dining areas and special events

  • Coordinate the production process, ensuring consistency, freshness, and presentation of all items

  • Monitor monthly inventory, par levels, spoilage, and support environmental efforts

  • We champion change to drive business results

  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and uphold sanitation standards

  • Cultivate an environment where Cast feel included, trusted, empowered, and recognized

  • Establish strong relationships among Cast, leaders, peers, and direct reports

  • Support location menu development

  • Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and facilities

  • Educate Cast on seasonal products, culinary styles and techniques, industry trends, and special dietary needs

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of culinary management experience

  • Ability to work and lead effectively in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to educate and demonstrate fundamentals of cooking

  • Flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience leading in a unionized environment

  • Food Safety Certification

  • Culinary degree or relevant certification from a culinary institute is preferred

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The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $68,600 to $91,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Other Support

Job Posting Primary Business:

Merchandise and F&B Operations (WDW)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Culinary

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-17
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