Disneyland Resort Culinary Pastry October 2026 Hiring Events

About the role

This posting is for an in-person interview for hourly Pastry roles (Pastry Dinner Cook & Pastry Chef/Head Baker) at our Culinary & Pastry Hiring Events on October 7th, 15th, 22nd, or 28th. If looking for a virtual interview, click here. If interested in other roles, go to Disneyland.jobs to apply.

At the Disneyland® Resort, our Pastry teams are more than chefs - they’re artists, visionaries, and storytellers. Join the team at one of our production bakeries (Central Bakery or Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Bakeshop) where exceptional ingredients and imaginative cuisine come together to create unforgettable dining experiences!

Our Central Bakery is a 10,000 sq ft free standing, multifaceted, high production facility that produces all desserts and pastries for our two theme parks, Disneyland Hotel, and Park Banquets/Festivals team. 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 in person at our upcoming Culinary Hiring Events: October 7th, 15th, 22nd, or 28th, 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 fine dining culinary arts, Pastry, 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). 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

• To reduce wait time, it is strongly encouraged to apply now, by clicking on “Apply Now” below
  • Please be aware that if invited to an interview, you can only book an interview for up to 2 weeks in advance (October 22nd will become available to book on October 8th; October 28th will become available to book on October 14th)
• Attendance at the Hiring Event may take up to three hours to complete
• Walk-ins are welcome!
  • Appointments may not be guaranteed day-of based on limited availability, so please schedule your appointment as soon as possible after applying, if invited to an interview
• Appointments (pre-scheduled and walk-ins) will be scheduled for qualified candidates.
  • This event is focused on the above featured Fine Dining Culinary and Pastry opportunities. If interested in other available openings, please visit Disneyland.jobs to apply
• If you are not able to attend our in-person Hiring Events, no worries!
  • Please click the link here to apply. If selected, you will be invited to a virtual interview offered Mon-Fri from 8:00am-5:00pm
• If you are a current Cast Member, please apply internally by clicking here and be invited to attend a virtual interview offered Mon-Fri from 8:00am-5:00pm

• 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
• Uphold kitchen safety and sanitation, including temperature requirements
• 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

• Knowledge of pastry techniques, including scaling, mixing, proofing, baking, decorating, and finishing
• Experience making mousse, pate-a-choux, and French macarons
• Experience plating fine dining desserts
• Experience with detailed cake decorating and show pieces, especially for weddings and special events
• Completed culinary education program or equivalent leadership experience
• Bilingual

• The pay rate for this Pastry Chef/Head Baker role is $29.00 per hour
• The pay rate for this Pastry Dinner Cook role is $28.00 per hour

This position is with The Walt Disney Company, which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

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