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Culinary Director

Job ID 10128766 Location Lantau Island, Hong Kong Business Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Date posted Aug. 15, 2025
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BENEFITS AND PERKS

Hong Kong Disneyland offers extensive benefits and perks to our cast members.

  • FRONTLINE TRANSPORTATION SUBSIDY

    The Disney Commuter Assistance Program helps Disney employees and cast members find commuter resources, options, and incentives.

  • FRONTLINE DUTY MEAL SUBSIDY
  • OVERTIME & OVERNIGHT SHIFT PREMIUM
  • FULL-TIME YEAR-END DISCRETIONARY BONUS
  • CAST MEMBER DISCOUNTS (MERCHANDISE, FOOD & BEVERAGE, HOTELS)

    Discounts are available at select hotels, dining, merchandise and recreation locations.

  • COMPLIMENTARY PARK ADMISSION

    Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment

"Working in the most magical place is so much fun!"

Timmy, Merchandise Host

Job Summary:

THE POSITION

They Culinary Director is responsible for the pre-opening and opening of new F&B format and locations, and ongoing daily culinary operation of the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL).  The Culinary Director role is one that requires a hands-on culinary approach, whilst managing a varied and important strategic planning and administration responsibility with key focuses in a magnitude of areas outlined below.  He/she will act as interface with key partners during pro forma development, restaurant design, kitchen equipment selection, construction, menu concept, supply chain development, food sourcing strategy and more.  The Director will be an active participant in the recruitment and training of a large group of cast members and provide them with strategic and operational leadership. He/she will provide vision, leadership and direction for achieving guest, cast and financial objectives, developing strategies that will ensure success in these areas and supporting Disney global initiatives and product development efforts.  The Director will act as a leader, mentor and coach for the overall development of salaried and non-salaried cast members in the team.  The successful candidate will be a passionate, committed champion of high quality and innovative food and service experiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Relationship Management

  • Clearly articulate and communicate the vision and objectives of Food & Beverage Operations to all Cast

  • Drive and maintain a friendly and sincere service culture through consistent performance coaching and implementation of management procedures

  • Develop and manage talent effectively through identifying training and development needs, coaching and developing appropriate measurable reward/incentive programs which recognize exceptional cast performance.

  • Ensure development plans are in place and executed for career growth at all levels

  • Interpret and utilize sales and service performance indicators to motivate and enhance the overall performance of the team

  • Develop strong partnerships & relationships with Food & Beverage support teams within Disney’s worldwide operations.

  • Leverage other Disney F&B support organizations to support successful HKDL restaurant operations

Strategic Business Planning and Execution

  • Undertake regular review of department processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency

  • Ensure resources are balanced with seasonal and annual fluctuating business levels

  • Review ongoing opportunities for product and facility development being mindful of Operating Income requirements and communicating such with relevant Senior HKDL Executives

  • Clear focus on the product development side of the business with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance the guest experience and drive business results.

Financial Performance

  • Management of Food & Beverage Culinary Operations P&L

  • Monitor the financial performance for departmental, expenses and resultant Operating Income in order to meet financial expectations on a short and long term basis

  • Analyze performance and financial data to prioritize actions, driving resourcing decisions and capacity planning

Specialized Culinary Objectives and Key Accountabilities

  • ability to take concept menus, then create a comprehensive menu strategy for all restaurant locations whilst developing a project plan with milestones and timelines for the development of those menus.

  • Open and operate a test kitchen to develop recipes and operating processes for each location.

  • Work with the Sourcing and Procurement LOB to define recipe ingredients and identify local in market vendors.  Record the documentation of those menus, cooking instructions, training and final food presentation.

  • Hire and train key culinary talent for all locations.

  • Develop training plans to download operating and creative intent for each menu.

  • Partner with and support Sourcing and Procurement on creative presentations, selection of disposables, chinaware, glassware, food displays, menu design and graphic presentations.

  • Partner with Food Finance to plan for and achieve financial pro forma objectives for food and food cost targets.  Strategize the pre-opening and opening activities for the culinary team.

  • Provide leadership, technical training, creative direction, quality control, change management to the culinary team of the Resort after the opening for steady state operations.

  • Exceptional relationship building abilities as the interaction with other partners from key support lines of business to work and plan the Resort's seasonal events throughout the year.

  • Support the operating departments on the growing labor planning and support of the full time cast

  • Monitor the Operating Guidelines and reflect any changes that occur as the business and operational needs occur.

  • Play a key role in the support of the Director of F&B on special ad-hoc projects and segment related global initiatives.

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

  • 15+ years of experience in the F&B industry, relevant theme park business or high volume, multiply outlet business.

  • Detailed understanding of a HACCP integrated operation.

  • Ability to work in a corporate environment that has matrix organizational structure.

  • Experience in F&B hotel management with exposure to all lines of businesses.

  • Extensive experience with project management and delivery deadlines.

  • Strong relationship building and management skills consistent with the extensive amount of personal interaction that will take place with Guests and Internal teams.

  • Solid negotiation, persuasion, communication, presentation and public speaking skills with high level of poise, creativity and innovation.

  • Fluent in English and ideally with conversational Cantonese or Mandarin

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About Hong Kong Disneyland Resort:

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers unforgettable, culturally distinctive Disney experiences for guests of all ages and backgrounds. Filled with your favorite Disney stories and characters, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers guests the opportunity to explore eight diverse lands that are home to award-winning, one-of-a-kind attractions and entertainment. Complete your adventure with stays at the resort’s luxurious Disney hotels. The magic doesn’t end at our doorstep; as a dedicated member of the local community that cares deeply about societal wellbeing, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort spreads its magic through community service programs that help families in need, boost creativity among children and families, encourage the protection of the environment and inspire healthier living.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with HK International Theme Parks Limited, which is part of a business we call Hong Kong Disneyland Resort.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS

The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email HKDL.Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

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