Question for WDW Cast Members

[MKCustodial]

Originally posted by mktiggerman
again, how could this happen?

A- King Louie is real
B- King Louie is a guy


but then again, I can drag my hands behind me too.. it's just a bit weird for me to do so

Right, sorry, my bad, of course, you're right, I meant King Louie's Helper, like those Santa helpers that walk around malls and stuff? Yeah, that's what I meant...

 

[mkt]

Originally posted by Yellow Shoes
Observe and Note Well:

mktiggerman is serious about magic.

His new avatar is KITT, the talking car.

here's the secret to having a rewarding career... take your job seriously, just not yourself.

 

[WDWspider]

Originally posted by mktiggerman
here's the secret to having a rewarding career... take your job seriously, just not yourself.

OK... :animwink: I love it all either way. And I admire your professionalism MKTig. Don't ever change, it makes it all the better for everyone else.

 

[Becky]

Originally posted by mktiggerman
here's the secret to having a rewarding career... take your job seriously, just not yourself.

You hit on the secret to a happy life.

MKC- You're right they are helpers. I have met Mickey and Santa in person and they have told me about all their helpers.

There is only one true Mickey and one true Santa.

Alas, there was also only one Walt

 

[MKCustodial]

Originally posted by Becky
MKC- You're right they are helpers. I have met Mickey and Santa in person and they have told me about all their helpers.

Thanks. I know I lost some points with Rob and Maria, but I suppose it was a nice save, huh?

 

[jwbeck3]

How's the food the CM's get at work? Do you have to pay or does Disney provide it in the cafeterias? If you apply, and request a certain job, what are the chances of actually getting it?

 

[MKCustodial]

Originally posted by jwbeck3
How's the food the CM's get at work? Do you have to pay or does Disney provide it in the cafeterias? If you apply, and request a certain job, what are the chances of actually getting it?

You have snack machines at the breakrooms, with microwave so you can even bring your own food, and cafeterias, but you gotta pay for everything (not the microwave).

Rob can answer your other question, though...

 

[piglet*florida]

Does anyone here work in the Disney World Horticulture department? That is where I would like to work, what are their perks etc?

 

[Maria]

Originally posted by MKCustodial
Thanks. I know I lost some points with Rob and Maria, but I suppose it was a nice save, huh?

Nah... I still love you :animwink:

 

[Maria]

Originally posted by jwbeck3
How's the food the CM's get at work? Do you have to pay or does Disney provide it in the cafeterias? If you apply, and request a certain job, what are the chances of actually getting it?

There are cast cafeterias in each park where food is sold. The ones at Epcot had the grill area, the pasta and salad area, the combo area, and the pita and sandwich area. In the middle, there was the ice cream machine, the coffee machine, the soda machine, bread and cookies and yoghurt and jello and a few more goodies.

You can bring your own food and heat it in the microwave too. Prices are accesible for the food. To give you an idea, I used to eat (in 99) chicken zingers with french fries and a soda for less than $3 which wasn´t that bad. :animwink:

The best and biggest cafeteria is the one at Animal Kingdom. The food was healthier, more abundant and delicious! We made sure to eat there when we went to AK. :slurp:

 

[jwbeck3]

Originally posted by Maria
There are cast cafeterias in each park where food is sold. The ones at Epcot had the grill area, the pasta and salad area, the combo area, and the pita and sandwich area. In the middle, there was the ice cream machine, the coffee machine, the soda machine, bread and cookies and yoghurt and jello and a few more goodies.

You can bring your own food and heat it in the microwave too. Prices are accesible for the food. To give you an idea, I used to eat (in 99) chicken zingers with french fries and a soda for less than $3 which wasn´t that bad. :animwink:

The best and biggest cafeteria is the one at Animal Kingdom. The food was healthier, more abundant and delicious! We made sure to eat there when we went to AK. :slurp:

Thanks- the information you gave me was great as was the information that MKCustodial gave. Maria, do you know what the chances of getting the job you request is?

 

[Becky]

MKC

Great save

I think you got 9.5 out of 10 from Maria.

Still waiting for Rob's score to come in.:animwink:

 

[RPMdfw]

Originally posted by Maria
One of the seven guidelines for guest service:

"Preserve the Magical Experience".

Cool! what are the other six? I love hearing this kind of stuff . . .

 

[mkt]

Originally posted by MKCustodial
Rob can answer your other question, though...

:hurl:

 

[Maria]

Originally posted by jwbeck3
Thanks- the information you gave me was great as was the information that MKCustodial gave. Maria, do you know what the chances of getting the job you request is?

I have no clue on that... sorry...

 

[mousecar]

I'll apologize ahead of time if this has been asked before, but does Disney provide housing for the college program or programs for those that live outside the U.S.? Do you stay on property or are you on your own finding somewhere to live or stay in Florida?

 

[mkt]

Originally posted by mousecar
I'll apologize ahead of time if this has been asked before, but does Disney provide housing for the college program or programs for those that live outside the U.S.? Do you stay on property or are you on your own finding somewhere to live or stay in Florida?

you stay in housing provided by Disney. They deduct rent and transportation from your paycheck every week

 

[TURKEY]

Originally posted by mousecar
I'll apologize ahead of time if this has been asked before, but does Disney provide housing for the college program or programs for those that live outside the U.S.? Do you stay on property or are you on your own finding somewhere to live or stay in Florida?

Rent was (still is I think) $79 per week for 1 and 2 bedroom, $67 for 3 and 4 bedroom.

 

[thedisneyfan]

That's it I'm giving everything up and moving to WDW to be a CM! I can't take being away any more! I'm going mad here! :hammer: :hammer: :hammer:

 

[pepsistar]

:lookaroun ohhhhhhhhhhhh the rent sounds good BUT the pay, I hear is not soooooooo good. How long is the college program? Do you get any credit toward your college credits???? major etc??

As long as you believe there will be!!!