Assistant Sous Chef Pastry/Bakery- PT, Walt Disney World

Disney Company; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cast-exclusive discounts

Disney Aspire tuition assistance

Job summary

The Walt Disney World Resort is hiring Assistant Sous Chefs for our Pastry/Bakery team in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The role focuses on directing pastry operations, maintaining high quality, and presenting world‑class baked goods in a fast‑paced setting.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of pastry/bakery experience from scratch or a culinary certificate with 2+ years, strong chocolate tempering and equipment knowledge, and a passion for guest‑facing culinary craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of recent, from-scratch pastry/bakery experience or a culinary certificate and 2 years of recent, from-scratch experience.
• Proficient in bakery operations, equipment, tempering chocolate, sauces, and specialty cakes.
• Must be comfortable working quickly under pressure with clean, safe practices.
• Knowledgeable in advanced pastry techniques and proper tool usage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef with overall direction and development of the team in a fast-paced bakery.
• Lead daily operation and execution of all pastry items including timing, temperature, portion, and presentation.
• Grow professionally by working in multiple bakeries/locations without leaving the company.
• Create exquisite items from around the world with access to extensive ingredients.

Skills

From-scratch pastry/bakery

Equipment knowledge

Food Safety/HACCP

Fast-paced execution

Organized & detail-oriented

Strong communication

Education

AS in Pastry/Baking

Tools

Chocolate tempering equipment

Job description

Job ID 1373776BR Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States / Orlando, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Oct. 30, 2026

Do you have a passion for the Pastry Arts and experience working in all functions of a bakery? If so, Walt Disney World Resort is seeking Assistant Sous Chefs for our Pastry/Bakery team! With the Pastry/Bakery team, we have the opportunity to provide first-rate bakery experiences while working for one of the world’s leading entertainment and hospitality companies. Moreover, we experience a world of options in our Hotels and Theme Parks, from quick service to Five-Diamond dining.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chef with the overall direction and development of the team, while promoting collaboration in a fast paced work environment
• Lead all aspects of the daily operation and execution of all pastry items including timing, quality, temperature, portion, and presentation
• Continue to grow in your professional career by working in a variety of bakeries and locations without ever having to leave the company
• Create exquisite items from around the world with endless ingredients at your fingertips

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of recent, from-scratch pastry/bakery experience or a culinary certificate and 2 years of recent, from-scratch pastry/bakery experience
• Proficient in all functions of the bakery and excellent technical knowledge (equipment, tempering of chocolate, sauce work, bread baking, specialty cakes)
• Must be comfortable working quickly and efficiently
• Proven understanding of the science of pastry/baking
• Knowledgeable of multiple advanced pastry/baking techniques and chocolate work as well as proficient with tools, measurements and bakery equipment
• Demonstrates the ability to follow and convert recipes in addition to exhibiting clean work habits and ownership of a safe clean area
• Organized, hands‑on, detailed oriented with strong analytical background
• Excellent understanding of Food Safety and HACCP
• Strong social skills, including written and verbal communication skills; desire to work onstage and share knowledge and experience with our Guests
• Ability to work under pressure and handle high profile projects
• Artistic and creative ability and vision to create high‑end products and propose bakery items

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess bilingual communication skills
• Be Serve Safe certified
• AS in Pastry/Baking
• Shown prior experience as a head baker

Additional Information:

At Walt Disney World, we are makers and doers. Experience the Disney Difference through outstanding and unique perks and benefits like cast‑exclusive discounts, and access to tuition assistance through Disney Aspire!
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. Cast Members may work a third shift or overnight in our bakeries. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.
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The pay rate for this role in Florida is $28.60 per hour.Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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