Culinary Summer Internship 2026 (Cook 4) - Casual Temp., $33.88/hour

The Walt Disney Company

Kapolei, HI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
LOCATION
Kapolei, HI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Cast Members working in entry level culinary positions are responsible for execution of all menu categories and specific recipes for all restaurant menu items including timing, quality, temperature, portion, and presentation. A Cook 4 will be assisting with all overall culinary production, which includes preparing menu items from recipes, for consumption in hotel restaurants throughout the resort. They will also be responsible for promoting a fun and creative working environment and partner with Front of House to ensure Cast training/knowledge of product ensuring a smooth operation and delivery of exceptional dining experience.


This internship is a full-time , two-month commitment, between the months of May 2026 through September 2026.


Responsibilities :


+ Prepares, seasons and cooks to order menu items for all meals throughout the day, including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner meal periods

+ Portions and arranges food on serving dishes and is responsible for portion control and plate presentation

+ May cook, mix, and/or season ingredients to make dressings, sauces, gravies, batters, fillings and spreads

+ May wash, peel, slice, scoop, dice and julienne vegetables and fruits

+ Prepares, measures, mixes (following recipes) and/or cooks and garnishes basic appetizers (hot or cold), salads, pastas, sandwich fillings, Waffles and other food items

+ Some knowledge of cooking equipment such as grill, gas range, electric range, broiler, deep fat fryer, serving table, waffle iron, griddle, skillets and other standard kitchen equipment

+ Ability to prepare products according to recipe guidelines

+ Knowledge and understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation including temperature requirements

+ Has good judgment of food quality and production, understands the impact of spoilage

+ Ability to assist Chef in preparing items for Guests with special dietary needs

+ Cleans kitchen equipment and practices HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Procedures


Basic Qualifications :


+ Currently enrolled or graduated within six months of application submission in an accredited college/university working towards a degree in the culinary field.

+ Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program.

+ Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.

+ 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

+ Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and special events


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Recommendation from school

+ Food Safety Certification or equivalent

+ Knowledge of Hawaiian/Japanese language preferred


Additional Information :

SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY

Full Time - Full availability is required seven (7) days per week, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. This internship is a full-time , two-month commitment, between the months of May 2026 through September 2026.


Keyword: AULANI CASTING, AULANICASTING


The pay rate for this role in Hawaii is $33.88 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.


Job ID: 1335066BR

Location: Kapolei,Hawaii

Job Posting Company: "Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa"
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

About the Company

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The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Entertainment Venues and Theaters
WEBSITE
https://jobs.disneycareers.com