Job Description
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Disney Culinary Program – Walt Disney World® Resort
Join the magic of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival as part of the Disney Culinary Program! This unique opportunity is designed for passionate culinary students to gain hands-on experience working alongside Disney’s world-class chefs during one of the most celebrated festivals at Walt Disney World Resort.
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is an annual celebration of global cuisine, featuring dozens of food marketplaces, cooking demonstrations, and special events. As part of the Disney Culinary Program, you will help create unforgettable dining experiences for guests from around the world.
While on a Program, participants will:
- Prepare and present a diverse array of international cuisines in festival marketplaces across EPCOT
- Collaborate with culinary teams to deliver high-quality food in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, outdoor environment
- Assist in setting up and maintaining food stations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and compliance with Disney safety standards
- Interact with guests, sharing knowledge about food offerings and festival experiences
- Support daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, plating, inventory management, and sanitation tasks
- Adhere to all Disney policies regarding food safety, allergen awareness, and guest service excellence
- Guest-facing positions directly interacting with visitors within the festival marketplaces across EPCOT and/or the Festivals production kitchen (performing duties both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions)
- Arrival Date: August 3, 2026
- Departure Date: November 19, 2026
*Due to labor needs, dates are non-negotiable
- $23.00 per hour – Culinary Cook 2
- $26.10 per hour – Culinary Cook 1