Disneyland Resort Culinary Pastry Hiring Event - August 27, 2026

Disneyland Resort Culinary Pastry Hiring Event

Join the team at one of our production bakeries (Central Bakery & Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Bakeshop) where exceptional ingredients and imaginative cuisine come together to create unforgettable dining experiences. Working at Disney offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Collaborate with renowned Disney Pastry Chefs in a dynamic, lively, and high-volume environment that celebrates innovation and excellence, including on various specialty showpieces like our larger-than-life gingerbread houses. The Disneyland Resort invites you to be our Guest and explore exciting hourly opportunities at our upcoming Culinary Hiring Event, Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 9:00am-2:00pm. Come meet our Recruitment Team to learn more about our diverse teams that provide unparalleled dining experiences. If you're passionate about Pastry, culinary arts, and ready to bring magic to every plate, we invite you to apply for one of our hourly Pastry roles today! Candidates are encouraged to apply prior to the event and submit an application with a current resume (required) and pastry photos. Please also bring a hard copy of your resume and pastry photos to the Hiring event. Hourly opportunities may include:

• Full Time - Pastry Chef/Head Baker
• Part Time - Pastry Dinner Cook (Line Cook)
• Part Time - Pastry Cook/Baker

Event Details:

When: Thursday, August 27, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Where: Disneyland Resort Casting Center 700 West Ball Road Anaheim, CA 92802

Parking: Team Disney Anaheim Casting Center - Visitor Lot 9051 Sky Way Anaheim, CA 92802

Directions to the Parking Lot: If traveling West on Ball Road, turn left on Cast Place (before Disneyland Drive) and then next left. Parking attendant is on the left. If traveling East to the Casting Center, pass Disneyland Dr., and Cast Place is the next right. Then make the next left. Parking attendant is on the left.

Important Event Information:

• To reduce wait time, it is strongly encouraged to apply now
• Attendance at the Hiring Event may take up to three hours to complete
• Appointments may not be guaranteed day-of based on limited availability. Please schedule your appointment as soon as possible after applying
• Appointments will be scheduled for qualified candidates. This event is focused on the above featured Culinary and Pastry opportunities. If interested in other available openings, please visit Disneyland.jobs to apply

Please note: If you are not able to attend our in-person Hiring Event, no worries! Head to Disneyland.jobs to apply for the role in your area of interest. If selected, you will be encouraged to attend a virtual interview, typically offered Mon-Fri from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you are a current Cast Member, please apply internally by clicking here

Basic Qualifications:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for these roles
• Passion for Culinary, Pastry & Baking, and delighting our Guests with food for an unforgettable Disney culinary experience!
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary field/restaurants, or a culinary degree and equivalent experience with a focus on high-volume production
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and terminology
• Ability to follow and understand recipes in a mass volume environment
• Strong organizational skills, working with speed accuracy, and efficiency in the kitchen to multi-task and work in a high-volume environment
• Strong listening skills and ability to take direction
• Demonstrate a desire to provide excellent guest service and be part of a team
• Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events

Basic Qualifications for Pastry Roles:

• Strong piping skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience making mousse, pate-a-choux, and French macarons
• Experience plating fine dining desserts
• Experience with detailed cake decorating and show pieces
• Completed culinary education program or equivalent leadership experience
• Bilingual

Additional Information:

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and some shifts may start as early as 3:00am while some may end as late as 2:00am or 3:00am.

The pay rate for this Pastry Chef/Head Baker role is $29.00 per hour

The pay rate for this Pastry Dinner Cook (Line Cook) role is $28.00 per hour

The pay rate for this Pastry Cook/Baker is $26.20 per hour

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.