Chef de Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine at Disney Cruise Line

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Job Summary

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.

Job Title: Chef de Cuisine (CDC)

Location: Shipboard

Job Summary:

As a Chef de Cuisine (CDC), you will provide leadership to the galley team and ensure a seamless operation of your assigned galley and hotel stores. You will coordinate all food offerings, including group offerings and special requests. You will conduct regular inspections and oversee the training for crew and monitor all culinary standards. You will report to the Assistant Manager Food Operations.

Responsibilities:

• Follow company recipe guidelines for assigned responsibilities using recipe booklets, plate presentation and audits
• Meet food cost budgets and targets as set by the Food Manager onboard
• Order stores for assigned responsibilities by using the Materials Management System (MMS), an online electronic ordering system, for up to 3,000 meals daily
• Inventory control (par levels turn over and replenishment)
• Monitor handling and maintenance of operating equipment; report maintenance needs through onboard electronic maintenance request system
• Organize staff meetings
• Provide leadership for all direct reports, including:
• managing personnel files
• conducting performance reviews, including progressive discipline
• ensuring MLC compliance
• monitoring time keeping system
• onboard training
• crew development
• crew recognition and communication

Basic Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience working as a leader within a high level hotel or restaurant, overseeing a high volume culinary operation
• Certified working Chef or equivalent degree in Culinary Arts
• Demonstrated career progression within the culinary field
• Working knowledge of food and beverage products, services, and equipment
• Calculate and control cost potentials/projections and understand the impact of the overall budget
• Write and implement high-quality menus based on themed and seasonal availability
• Write and cost recipes, and train the team to implement them at the highest standards
• Demonstrate natural initiative to undertake or continue a task or activity
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage multi-functional and diverse areas
• Able to work under pressure of tight timeframes, deadlines and financial goals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• College degree in Culinary Arts, preferred

Benefits:

• Benefits offered year-round, on contract and off-contract, as long as return contract is signed, including Major Medical Coverage, Short & Long-term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement Savings Plan Option
• Must be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Must be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Must be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• Must have a valid passport and C1/D Seamans visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
• Must complete a pre-employment medical
• Must obtain a criminal background check
• Must bring approved work shoes

About Disney Cruise Line:

A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard our growing fleet of ships and Disney's island destinations in The Bahamas, our exceptional crew and cast members provide legendary Disney service and enchanting entertainment to our guests that only Disney can deliver.

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 that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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.