An in-depth look at the Bake Shop at Walt Disney World is included in this month's Focus on Foodservice Baking. The article begins on page 36. About 225 different items are made, and most on a daily basis. The feature explores the entire shop as well as management's operating objectives. […]
Demands for highest quality, fresh and unique products create fully equipped foodservice bakery that supplies millions of guests.
Walt Disney World is much more than the rides and attractions of the Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center and Walt Disney World Village. It is a 28,000 acre complex that provides for the total needs and enjoyment of thousands of visitors daily. Last December 28, a record 129,749 guests passed through the entrances. Annually, more than 21 million people from all corners of the globe visit Disney World. Typically, that adds up to almost 250,000 meals and snacks a day.
To provide for the enjoyment of the diverse cultural and demographic travelers to the Central Florida resort requires a Herculean effort by a staff of 18-20,000 permanent employees skilled in an endless array of disciplines.
Baking is one of those very important skills utilized by Disney to bring fond memories to the guests. It has been a part of the program from the beginning of Disney World's 15 yrs of entertaining millions. (Ed note: Disney World celebrates its 15th anniversary this month.)
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