Culinary Cook 1 Pastry/Bakery (Adv. Baker) - PT, Walt Disney World

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Culinary Cook 1 Pastry/Bakery (Adv. Baker) - PT, Walt Disney World

Job ID 1376338BR Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States / Orlando, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Oct. 12, 2026

Do you have a passion for the Culinary Arts and experience working in a bakery? If so, Walt Disney World Resort is seeking Culinary Cook 1s 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.

• Knowledgeable of multiple advanced pastry/baking techniques and chocolate work
• Proven understanding of the science of pastry/baking as well as excellent technical knowledge (equipment, tempering of chocolate, sauce work, bread baking)
• Artistic and creative ability and vision to create high end products and can propose menu items
• Must be comfortable working quickly and efficiently
• We are required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Proficient in all functions of the bakery as well as knowledgeable of food allergies, seasonal ingredients, and menus
• Knowledge of HACCP, proper food handling techniques, temperatures and food safety
• Exhibit clean work habits and ownership of a safe clean area
• Demonstrate the ability to follow and convert recipes as well as excellent judgment of quantity, quality and production
• Prolonged standing and walking long distances throughout the Resort in indoor and outdoor settings

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role
• Minimum 2 years of from scratch pastry/bakery experience or a culinary certificate and 1 year of from scratch pastry/bakery experience
• Organized, hands-on, detailed oriented with strong analytical background
• Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm
• Clear direction and communication skills
• Positive professional image (on-stage work)
• Strong social skills, including verbal communication. Desire to work onstage and share knowledge and experience with our Guests.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle high profile projects
• Held to a high standard with exact attention to detail
• Proficient with tools, measurements and bakery equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• H.A.C.C.P. (food safety training) certified
• Culinary/Pastry Certificate, Associates, or Bachelors

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. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $27.10 per hour.

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