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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
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
Where You’ll Work
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)
Program Dates
Arrival Date: August 3, 2026
Departure Date: November 19, 2026
Possible opportunities to apply for a program extension or full‑time/part‑time position, subject to availability.
Due to labor needs, dates are non‑negotiable
Living on Your Program: Flamingo Crossings Village
Program participants have the option to live at Flamingo Crossings Village, the fully furnished apartment community owned and operated by American Campus Communities, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
Bus transportation provided by Disney Programs connects you to Disney parks and resorts as well as local grocery stores and shopping
Learn and Grow Professionally with Disney
Exploring opportunities available after your program through extension opportunities, additional internships, part/full‑time roles and more (subject to availability)
Attend Disney Programs learning sessions where you can gain new skills, meet industry professionals and Disney leaders and more
Responsibilities: Culinary Assistant – Cook II
Work in fast‑paced settings (à la carte, buffet, catering, fast‑casual)
Develop skills: hot/cold prep, sauce‑making, garde manger production, fry
Gain proficiency: sautéing, roasting, grilling, starch/vegetable cookery
Allergy awareness, use of seasonal ingredients, menu planning
Extra experience may qualify you for a Cook 1
Basic Qualifications
Be at least 18 years old at application
Unrestricted work authorization in the U.S. (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories)
Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime
Be open to a starting pay rate of $23.00 per hour
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, climbing stairs, and performing duties both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Adhere to Disney Look and Food & Beverage appearance guidelines
Ability to prepare, cook, taste food for quality/consistency
Completed a ServSafe®, HACCP, or sanitation course prior to arrival
Skilled with knives; familiar with basic cuts
Strong communication skills, guest service commitment
Willing to use Personal Protective Equipment (cut gloves, eyewear, ear plugs, etc.)
Required Education
Enrolled full‑ or part‑time in a U.S.-based Culinary Arts and have completed at least one semester (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories) OR
Graduated from a Culinary Program within past 24 months (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories) NOTE: Current Disney Program participants are not eligible to apply (Please speak to your leader about the extensions application process)
May need to meet school‑specific requirements (GPA, credits)
Individuals who have not obtained a high school diploma and are currently enrolled in a dual enrollment program with a college are not eligible to apply
Additional Information: What's Next
Selected candidates will have a 30‑minute interview with a recruiter
Upon offer and acceptance, a non‑refundable Program Participation Fee must be submitted within 10 days
Housing Fee (for Flamingo Crossings Village) is due 3 weeks before arrival.
Explore program offerings and resources at Experience.DisneyPrograms.com
Benefits & Perks
Weekly pay
Company-provided culinary uniforms and shoes
Complimentary theme park admission and cast‑exclusive discounts
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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
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
Where You’ll Work
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)
Program Dates
Arrival Date: August 3, 2026
Departure Date: November 19, 2026
Possible opportunities to apply for a program extension or full‑time/part‑time position, subject to availability.
Due to labor needs, dates are non‑negotiable
Living on Your Program: Flamingo Crossings Village
Program participants have the option to live at Flamingo Crossings Village, the fully furnished apartment community owned and operated by American Campus Communities, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
Bus transportation provided by Disney Programs connects you to Disney parks and resorts as well as local grocery stores and shopping
Learn and Grow Professionally with Disney
Exploring opportunities available after your program through extension opportunities, additional internships, part/full‑time roles and more (subject to availability)
Attend Disney Programs learning sessions where you can gain new skills, meet industry professionals and Disney leaders and more
Responsibilities: Culinary Assistant – Cook II
Work in fast‑paced settings (à la carte, buffet, catering, fast‑casual)
Develop skills: hot/cold prep, sauce‑making, garde manger production, fry
Gain proficiency: sautéing, roasting, grilling, starch/vegetable cookery
Allergy awareness, use of seasonal ingredients, menu planning
Extra experience may qualify you for a Cook 1
Basic Qualifications
Be at least 18 years old at application
Unrestricted work authorization in the U.S. (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories)
Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime
Be open to a starting pay rate of $23.00 per hour
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, climbing stairs, and performing duties both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Adhere to Disney Look and Food & Beverage appearance guidelines
Ability to prepare, cook, taste food for quality/consistency
Completed a ServSafe®, HACCP, or sanitation course prior to arrival
Skilled with knives; familiar with basic cuts
Strong communication skills, guest service commitment
Willing to use Personal Protective Equipment (cut gloves, eyewear, ear plugs, etc.)
Required Education
Enrolled full‑ or part‑time in a U.S.-based Culinary Arts and have completed at least one semester (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories) OR
Graduated from a Culinary Program within past 24 months (includes all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories) NOTE: Current Disney Program participants are not eligible to apply (Please speak to your leader about the extensions application process)
May need to meet school‑specific requirements (GPA, credits)
Individuals who have not obtained a high school diploma and are currently enrolled in a dual enrollment program with a college are not eligible to apply
Additional Information: What's Next
Selected candidates will have a 30‑minute interview with a recruiter
Upon offer and acceptance, a non‑refundable Program Participation Fee must be submitted within 10 days
Housing Fee (for Flamingo Crossings Village) is due 3 weeks before arrival.
Explore program offerings and resources at Experience.DisneyPrograms.com
Benefits & Perks
Weekly pay
Company-provided culinary uniforms and shoes
Complimentary theme park admission and cast‑exclusive discounts
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