Disneyland Resort Culinary Pastry Hiring Event - April 15, 2026 at Disney France

Disneyland Resort Culinary Pastry Hiring Event

At the Disneyland Resort, our Pastry teams are more than chefs - they're artists, visionaries, and storytellers. Join us at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Bakeshop where exceptional ingredients and imaginative cuisine come together to create unforgettable dining experiences! Our Bakeshop at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa supports our hotel banquet special events and award-winning fine dining restaurant, Napa Rose. Napa Rose has reopened with a bold new menu and a stunningly reimagined space, continuing its legacy of redefining fine dining in California. With this exciting transformation, now is the perfect time to become part of something extraordinary! Working at Disney offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, lively, and high-volume environment that celebrates innovation and excellence. The Disneyland Resort invites you to be our Guest and explore exciting hourly opportunities at our upcoming Culinary Hiring Event, Wednesday, April 15th, 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:

Pastry:

• Full Time Pastry Chef/Head Baker

Event Details:

When: Wednesday, April 15, 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 Pastry and Culinary opportunities. If interested in other available openings, please visit Disneyland.jobs to apply.

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.

Basic Qualifications:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role.
• 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 with a focus on high-volume production.
• Culinary education degree or equivalent experience required with less than 2 years of experience in culinary field.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and terminology.
• Ability to follow and understand recipes in a mass volume environment.
• Speed, accuracy, and efficiency in the kitchen are required and ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to production requirements in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong listening and organizational 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:

• Create and design specialty desserts and show pieces.
• Lead cake decorating for weddings and special events.
• Strong experience with cakes, plated desserts, and working in a banquet and restaurant environment.
• Strong piping skills.
• Prepare products according to recipe guidelines.
• Uphold kitchen safety and sanitation, including temperature requirements.
• Have good judgment of food quality and production, understand the impact of spoilage.
• Ability to assist Chef in preparing items for Guests with special dietary needs.
• Operate tools, measurements, ingredients, equipment, small wares, and cooking required for a bakery.
• Clean kitchen equipment and practice HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures.

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.

The pay rate for this Pastry Chef/Head Baker role in California is $29.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.