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Job ID 1335066BR
Location Kapolei, Hawaii, United States
Business Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
Date posted Feb. 19, 2026

Job Summary:

Cast Members working in entry level culinary positions are responsible for execution of all menu categories and specific recipes for all restaurant menu items including timing, quality, temperature, portion, and presentation. A Cook 4 will be assisting with all overall culinary production, which includes preparing menu items from recipes, for consumption in hotel restaurants throughout the resort. They will also be responsible for promoting a fun and creative working environment and partner with Front of House to ensure Cast training/knowledge of product ensuring a smooth operation and delivery of exceptional dining experience.

This internship is a full-time, two-month commitment, between May 2026 through September 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares, seasons and cooks to order menu items for all meals throughout the day, including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner meal periods
• Portions and arranges food on serving dishes and is responsible for portion control and plate presentation
• May cook, mix, and/or season ingredients to make dressings, sauces, gravies, batters, fillings and spreads
• May wash, peel, slice, scoop, dice and julienne vegetables and fruits
• Prepares, measures, mixes (following recipes) and/or cooks and garnishes basic appetizers (hot or cold), salads, pastas, sandwich fillings, Waffles and other food items
• Some knowledge of cooking equipment such as grill, gas range, electric range, broiler, deep fat fryer, serving table, waffle iron, griddle, skillets and other standard kitchen equipment
• Ability to prepare products according to recipe guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation including temperature requirements
• Has good judgment of food quality and production, understands the impact of spoilage
• Ability to assist Chef in preparing items for Guests with special dietary needs
• Cleans kitchen equipment and practices HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Procedures

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled or graduated within six months of application submission in an accredited college/university working towards a degree in the culinary field.
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program.
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.
• Ability to multi task and work in a very fast paced team environment
• Demonstrates a desire to work in a guest service and team environment
• Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for working in the kitchen
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow direction
• Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and special events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recommendation from school
• Food Safety Certification or equivalent
• Knowledge of Hawaiian/Japanese language preferred

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY

Full Time - Full availability is required seven (7) days per week, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. This internship is a full-time, two-month commitment, between May 2026 through September 2026.

Keyword: AULANI CASTING, AULANICASTING

The pay rate for this role in Hawaii is $33.88 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.