About this role
Commis Chef Pastry
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 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. As Commis Chef Pastry, you will prepare all desserts, cakes and pastries for restaurant menus; set up buffets. Prepare showpieces, displays, ice cream and special request items You will report to the Pastry Chef
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 share a cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment • Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations • Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally 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.
Basic Qualifications: • Minimum three years recent experience in high-volume pastry production • Formal Pastry Chef training or equivalent experience as a Pastry Cook • 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) • Be able to work a seven-day, 70-84 hour week with limited time off • Be able to adhere to Disney Cruise Line appearance guidelines • Agree to share a cabin with other crew members • Enjoy working in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment • Be flexible with your work schedule, job duties and work locations • Appreciate diversity among guests and crew
Responsibilities: • Prepare all desserts, cakes and pastries for restaurant menus • Assist with buffet set up • Assist in preparation of pastries, cakes, crèmes, showpieces, displays, ice cream, sorbets, as well as special request items when needed • Assist Demi Chef de Partie Pastry in preparation of all pastry items • Assist Demi Chef de Partie Pastry in all USPH issues and regulations • Work independently during night shift • Actively participate in all Castaway Cay job responsibilities associated with position and line of business as directed by DCL leadership • 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