Executive Sous Chef (Assistant Manager Food Operations)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage accountability for all Galley staff for day-to-day and long-term operation
• Ensure recipe format, pictures, etc. are consistent in all food outlets
• Organize food tastings and dummy runs of new products and menu content
• Facilitate weekly meetings with Galley leadership; discuss operational issues and updates of new products
• Oversee ordering and stock control of the seafood and meat production areas
• Work with Hotel Stores Manager on inventory controls
• Ensure that all requisitions and stock control procedures in all outlets are being followed; hold Galley leaders responsible for proper requisitioning
• Maintain and monitor culinary standards
• Ensure Disney Cruise Line and USPH sanitation requirements are met in area of responsibility
• Meet food cost budgets and targets as set by the Food Manager onboard
• Monitor cost control
• Maintain and monitor facilities and equipment
• Implement and monitor garbage separation and disposal procedures
• Implement and monitor Location Operating Guidelines
• Handle and resolve guest complaints
• Monitor handling, maintenance, and reordering of operating equipment
• Cook all food offerings including group offerings and special requests
• Facilitate department meetings
• Execute additional job responsibilities, as assigned by DCL leadership, based on operational need
• Comply with all company set policies and procedures, along with all maritime and ship rules, regulations and procedures
• Participate in Emergency Duties as specified in the ship Assembly Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum four years experience in high-volume Galley/F&B operation
• Certified working Chef or equivalent degree in Culinary Arts
• Shipboard experience REQUIRED
• Technical and functional understanding of the ship-based food operation
• Excellent working knowledge of food and beverage products, services and equipment
• Ability to calculate and control cost potentials/projections; understand the impact on budget
• Understanding of local and international beverage laws
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to speak, read and write fluent English
• Willingness to live and work onboard one of our vessels for a certain length of time (based on position)
• Willingness to work a seven-day, 70-84 hour week with limited time off
• Willingness to adhere to Disney Cruise Line appearance guidelines
• Willingness to share a cabin with other crew members
• Willingness to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment
• Willingness to be flexible with your work schedule, job duties and work locations
• Willingness to appreciate diversity among guests and crew
• Willingness to be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
• Willingness to adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

Additional Information

This is a SHIPBOARD role.

Applicants must:

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices
• Be willing to be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
• Be comfortable living in a confined space
• Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

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.

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