Sous Chef

The Walt Disney Company; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team aboard a Disney ship. You will lead a multi-cultural crew and ensure all items meet the highest standards of flavor and presentation, working under the Chef de Cuisine.

This shipboard role requires three years of formal culinary training, at least three years in a high-volume kitchen, and ship experience. You will manage food quality, safety, and timetables while embracing a diverse maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Three years formal culinary training from an accredited school or recognized apprenticeship.
• Minimum three years experience as Chef de Partie with two years in a high-volume kitchen; shipboard experience REQUIRED.
• Ability to lead a culinary team and work without regular supervision.

Responsibilities

• Complete proper menu preparation for all allergy and dietary needs; train staff accordingly.
• Exceed Disney Cruise Line and Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) requirements; lead the culinary team through weekly inspections.
• Implement recipe guidelines through booklets, plate presentation and audits.
• Provide feedback on recipes to the Chef de Cuisine and Manager Food Operations.
• Coordinate communication between galley crew and Chef de Cuisine/Manager Food Operations.
• Maintain food quality standards during storage, production and service.
• Follow opening and closing procedures for all kitchens/production areas.
• Monitor equipment maintenance; report needs via onboard systems.
• Organize daily menu presentations and food tastings.
• Provide performance feedback to Chef De Cuisine.

Skills

Culinary leadership

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Shipboard exp

Menu planning

Recipe following

Time management

Communication

Kitchen stations

Basic computer skills

Education

Culinary training

Job description

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 cast, crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can 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,

As Sous Chef, you will along with the Chef de Cuisine, lead a multi-cultural team of cooks and chefs toward completion of their daily work assignments. Ensuring all food items are prepared to the highest standards of flavor and presentation.

You will report to the Chef De Cuisine

Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities – How You Will Make a Difference

• You will complete proper menu preparation for all allergy and special dietary needs; ensure training and preparation follow strict company guidelines.
• Exceed Disney Cruise Line and Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) requirements; prepare and lead the culinary team through multiple internal inspections conducted weekly.
• Implement company recipe guidelines through recipe booklets, plate presentation and audits.
• Provide feedback on recipe formulation to the Chef de Cuisine and Manager Food Operations.
• Guide communication between galley crew, Chef de Cuisine and Manager Food Operations.
• Together with the Chef de Cuisine, maintain food quality standards during storage, production and service.
• Understand and ensure opening and closing procedures for all assigned kitchens and production areas.
• Monitor handling and maintenance of operating equipment; report maintenance needs through onboard electronic maintenance request system.
• Organize daily menu presentations and food tasting.
• Provide performance feedback of entire team to the Chef De Cuisine.

Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications – What You Will Bring to the Team

• Three years formal culinary training which may consist of an accredited school or recognized apprenticeship
• Minimum three years experience of which at least two years working as Chef de Partie (including apprenticeship) experience in a high volume kitchen environment
• Ship experience REQUIRED
• Ability to lead a culinary team
• Demonstrate natural initiative to undertake or continue a task or activity without regular supervision
• Shown leadership and ability to handle multi-functional and diverse areas
• Able to work with tight timeframes and budget goals
• Must be proficient in all stations in the kitchen
• Knowledge in safe food handling, HACCP / USPH
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and proficient in recipe conversion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Basic computer knowledge

Additional Information

This is a SHIPBOARD role.

You must:

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulation

Your Responsibilities

• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
• Complete a pre-employment medical
• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes

Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

Job ID: 1324267BR

Location: United States

Job Posting Company: "Disney Cruise Line"

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