Lead Mexican Sous Chef | High-Volume, Quality-Driven Kitchen

San Angel Inn, Mexico Pavilion at Epcot; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disney perks

Job summary

San Angel Inn at the Mexico Pavilion in Epcot is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead the daily culinary activities and coach the team to deliver safe, high-quality Mexican cuisine in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure recipes are followed, delegate responsibilities, meet financial goals, and uphold Disney safety standards while collaborating with vendors and guests to create memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of culinary experience.
• At least one year of leadership experience; kitchen leadership preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree preferred.
• Experience in high-volume or upscale restaurants a plus.
• Must obtain Manager Food Safety certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work under pressure.
• Experience with Mexican cuisine a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary functions within the restaurant.
• Meet or exceed financial goals while maintaining food quality and customer satisfaction.
• Create and execute menus and menu items as necessary.
• Work closely with vendors to ensure quality and cost of ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety within the kitchen.
• Ensure consistent high quality of all menu items.
• Ensure food safety regulations and procedures are followed at all times.
• Coach and develop culinary team members.
• Provide ongoing training to the culinary and restaurant team.
• Ensure staff are scheduled appropriately.
• Communicate necessary information to the culinary team.
• Follow Disney 5-Keys Basics, Service Basics and Company Guidelines.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

English fluent

Budgeting

Staff training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary arts degree preferred

Tools

Manager Food Safety certificate

Job description

San Angel Inn at the Mexico Pavilion in Epcot is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead the daily culinary activities and coach the team to deliver safe, high-quality Mexican cuisine in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure recipes are followed, delegate responsibilities, meet financial goals, and uphold Disney safety standards while collaborating with vendors and guests to create memorable dining experiences.