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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Executive Pastry Chef to implement, maintain and review all approved menus onboard
• Prepare all desserts, cakes and pastries for the restaurant menus
• Assist with buffet set up
• Instruct crew in the preparation of pastries, cakes and crèmes
• Monitor and ensure opening and closing procedures for all kitchens and production areas
• Oversee allergy and dietary training of Pastry staff and ensure training is in accordance with strict company LOG’s and guidelines
• Oversee proper preparation of special dietary meals and food allergy for guests and crew
• Delegate, monitor and review the Chefs operational responsibilities
• Strive to meet and exceed guest expectations, never compromising safety and quality, taking corrective action whenever necessary
• Ensure Disney Cruise Line and USPH sanitation requirements are met in area of responsibility
• Monitor and ensure the preparation and presentation of all products on the restaurant menus
• Prepare showpieces, displays, ice cream and sorbets, as well as special request items when needed
• 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

REQUIREMENT:

• Minimum five years recent experience as Pastry Chef or Pastry Chef de Partie
• Certified Pastry Chef or equivalent degree in Culinary Arts
• Excellent technical and functional understanding of the ship based Food & Beverage operation
• Proven track record of delivering a high quality product
• 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