Back of House - HIRING EVENT

Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally celebrated, family-owned restaurant brand that was founded in 1972 and is internationally recognized for its iconic Xiao Long Bao. With over 165 locations spanning 13 countries including 20 in North America, Din Tai Fung has established itself as a premier dining destination known for its uncompromising quality, authentic flavors, and warm, gracious hospitality. The brand is Michelin-recognized and admired by food enthusiasts for delivering an elevated yet inviting cultural dining experience designed to delight guests on any occasion. This dedication to excellence and cultural authenticity has created a loyal customer base and a positive work environment that values both employee and guest satisfaction.

The current hiring event is for multiple back-of-house positions at Din Tai Fung's University Village location in Seattle, WA. The available roles include Cleaners, Dishwashers, Dumpling Prep, Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps, Wok Line Cook, and Noodle Line Cook. These positions offer competitive hourly wages ranging from $22.25 to $25.50 per hour. Each role plays a critical part in ensuring the overall efficiency and quality of the restaurant's operations. Employees at Din Tai Fung benefit from a flexible work schedule with options for opening and closing shifts as well as weekday and weekend shifts. The company provides an in-depth training program covering all essential job functions to help team members succeed and grow in their roles.

For example, Cleaners are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant, including restocking and sanitizing all areas such as the kitchen, dining room, restrooms, and storage. Dishwashers ensure that all dishes and kitchenware are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized using commercial equipment, supporting the kitchen staff’s ability to maintain a smooth workflow. The Dumpling Prep team prepares, assembles, folds, and steams the restaurant's signature dumplings in the show kitchen, where the culinary craft is both a vital part of the kitchen and a feature of the guest experience. The Kitchen Prep Associate works at various stations preparing beverages, plating appetizers, and packing takeout orders according to standard operating procedures. The Wok Line Cook and Noodle Line Cook are responsible for preparing authentic dishes with precision by following recipes, cook times, techniques, and plating standards to maintain the high-quality dining experience Din Tai Fung is known for.

As an employer, Din Tai Fung values diversity and inclusivity, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. The company participates in E-Verify to legally confirm work authorization for all new hires in the United States. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and able to provide documentation to work legally in the U.S. Din Tai Fung also invests in its workforce by offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth through promoting from within. Employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, health savings accounts, commuter spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee assistance programs, discounts, and meal perks. This combination of quality work, support, and advancement opportunities makes Din Tai Fung a highly desirable place to build a career in the restaurant industry.