Job Summary:

Responsible for executing innovative production techniques and creating and designing specialty cakes and plated desserts.

The starting rate for Pastry Chef/Head Baker is $19.60 per hour.

$1,500 New Hire Bonus Pastry Chef/Head Baker

$1,500 Hiring Bonus (First payment after 90 days = $375 and Second payment after 150 days = $1,125)

To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, cast members must be in the position continuously for at least 90 days after hire and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at time of payment. A cast member is hired after the successful completion of Disney Traditions or one full day of employment. To be eligible for an incentive bonus after 150 days, cast members must remain employed in the position continuously for at least 150 days and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at the time of payment. Payments will be made approximately two weeks after the 90 and 150-day milestones, respectively. Bonus payments are subject to applicable taxes and other legal withholding. Disputes concerning eligibility to a bonus payment shall be resolved by Disneyland Recruitment in its sole and absolute discretion. The incentives offered herein are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. Cast Members hired prior to October 17, 2021 or after April 02, 2022 will not be eligible for an incentive award.

Responsibilities:

• Creates and designs specialty desserts and show pieces
• Leads specialty desserts and cake decorating for special events
• Presents and discusses specialty pastry/cake designs with Banquet Event Clients
• Creates complex formulations using innovative production techniques
• Acts as food stylist work for banquets and specialty restaurants
• Role models technical skills required for baker/pastry culinary production
• Calls Guests and Event Planners to discuss custom cake designs

Basic Qualifications:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role.
• Strong experience with cakes, plated desserts and working in banquets and restaurant environments.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in culinary field/high volume restaurant or Culinary Degree and 3 years related experience
• Proven ability to read and understand recipes in a mass volume environment
• Ability to multi task and work in a very fast paced team environment
• Demonstrates a desire to work in a guest service and team environment
• Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for working in the kitchen
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow direction
• This role is Full-Time, and requires full availability including days, nights, weekends, holidays and special events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed culinary education program or equivalent Leadership experience
• Food Safety Certification or equivalent
• Bilingual preferred

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am.

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