Job Title:
Culinary Standards Manager
Company: Disney Cruise Line
Location: Kissimmee, FL
Created: 2026-05-08
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow cast, crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. As a Disney Cruise Line Culinary Standards Manager, and part of the shoreside culinary team, you will work on hands on menu development, recipe package creation and implementation including but not limited to Main Dining, a la Carte, Concierge Offerings, Marceline Market /Cabanas Food Court, Castaway Cay, Disney Lookout Cay, Groups & Functions and the Crew /Officer Offerings Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Assist in development of all menu content Partner with all Disney Cruise Line Food and Beverage lines of business to see to open communication Partner with food managers to achieve highest culinary standards and crew excellence by effective leadership, motivation, empowerment and communication Owner of all Food and Beverage collateral from conception to delivery which includes ownership of print inventories Participates in all succession planning and training plans for Culinary teams Establish effective partnerships with other line of business by fostering teamwork among shipboard and shore teams Partner with ships teams to see that all audits are being completed in a timely manner which will also include regular auditing of all procedures Act as coach, mentor and adviser to culinary teams Assist in leading direct reports to define, communicate and achieve specific goals in the areas of Guest Satisfaction, Crew Excellence, and operational and financial excellence and productivity Lead and conduct onsite audits and lead trainings requiring need for travel/sailing Experience in menu development and implementation Experience within a la carte, banqueting, large volume operations and Quick Service Ability to be flexible with work schedule which will include (but not limited to) shipboard implementations and audits Demonstrate strong presentation, business planning skill, conflict resolution and organizational skills Demonstrate computer proficiency within a Windows/Mac environment Demonstrate a high level of initiative, motivation, problem solving skills as well as continuous improvement skills Ability to travel both domestically and internationally based on operational needs #The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. xijylhu A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.