JBI/Chefs de France: Bocuse on Walt Disney World®
Since 1982, the Bocuse house has been making the guests of Walt Disney World park dream about France by giving them the opportunity to live a unique and wonderful experience at the French pavilion of EPCOT. They can live a typical French experience and taste the most famous French meals.
To make this experience truly immersive, each year, young French chefs bring their skills and passion for fine French gastronomy to Walt Disney World Park, working for JBI (Jérôme Bocuse International).
At the French Pavilion in EPCOT, starting as a commis de cuisine and then as a demi chef de partie, you will work in two restaurants:
- Les Chefs de France is a traditional French brasserie serving an international clientele. The menu features classic French cuisine.
- Monsieur Paul is a fine-dining restaurant serving upscale French cuisine.
You will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience at Maison Bocuse for 12 months. You will start as a commis de cuisine, tasked with representing France on the plates of international customers by offering traditional French dishes. You will work on a J1 visa, which will allow you to progress to the position of demi chef de partie at the gourmet restaurant Monsieur Paul.
The CULINARY Program WITH A J1 VISA
To work in the United States as a commis de cuisine / demi chef de partie, you will need a J1 visa.
There are two categories for this type of visa:
- First option: You hold a post-secondary diploma in hospitality and catering. This could be a two-year vocational diploma (BTS), a Bachelor's degree, or a Master's degree.
- Second option: You have at least 5 years of experience in a kitchen (i.e., 60 months, which you must verify with work certificates or letters of reference. Unfortunately, experience gained before the age of 18 does not count.)
To obtain the J1 visa, we must go through a U.S. Sponsor, an entity officially accredited by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for J1 applications. Our agency will assist you with all the administrative procedures.
The cost of the J1 visa will be refunded to you at the end of your program, provided that you successfully complete it.
My life in Orlando
During this experience, you will live in a shared apartment with other cooks in the Discovery Palms residence, located near the park.
You will share your room with one or two other people. The rent of $227* will be deducted directly from your pay each week. This includes access to all the residence's amenities, such as the pool, fitness center, sports fields, and outdoor spaces. The apartments are fully furnished but do not include linens.
Transportation to work is arranged and paid for by JBI.
*All costs and fees listed are subject to change.
Profile:
- Recent experience of at least 6 months in a kitchen in a similar establishment
- Hospitality training required
- Basic English (B1/B2 level required)
- Commitment for a 12-month period
- Interest in the Bocuse establishment
- Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and rigor
Conditions:
- 12-month contract
- 30 to 40 hours per week
- 2 days off per week
- Salary: $21/hour (approximately $2600/month, depending on hours worked)
- J1 Visa - reimbursed by the employer at the end of the contract if you successfully complete it
- Accommodation provided by the employer (deducted from your salary - starting at $227 per week)
When to Apply:
Your departure requires careful planning, which is why we generally recruit several months in advance. If you are interested in the program, you can apply now!
For your information, our recruitment process takes place online, via Microsoft Teams. The interview will be conducted exclusively in English.
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