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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About Disneyland Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500- acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.