Food Runner

Din Tai Fung is a globally celebrated, family-owned restaurant brand established in 1972, renowned internationally for its iconic Xiao Long Bao. With over 165 locations spread across 13 countries, including 20 locations in North America alone, Din Tai Fung has become synonymous with exceptional quality, authentic flavors, and warm, gracious hospitality. The brand has earned prestigious recognition, including Michelin accolades, and continues to be admired for providing an elevated yet inviting cultural dining experience designed to delight guests on diverse occasions. Din Tai Fung prides itself on maintaining the highest service standards and culinary excellence, fostering a vibrant environment where quality and customer satisfaction come first.

Located at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067, this Din Tai Fung branch is part of a network dedicated to delivering outstanding dining moments. The team here is committed to upholding the brand’s reputation by ensuring every guest experience is memorable through attentive service and culinary finesse. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about the restaurant industry and dedicated to providing excellent service within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

As a Food Runner at Din Tai Fung, you play a critical role in enhancing the guest experience by ensuring dishes are delivered promptly and accurately from the kitchen to the table. Your responsibility includes bringing food to guests with care, attention to detail, and presentation consistency. In addition to guest service, you assist with packing takeout orders meticulously, maintaining cleanliness and organization at the Expo Station and Takeout Packing Stations. These duties are performed in strict compliance with Din Tai Fung’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring operational flow and guest satisfaction.

Working closely with servers and the kitchen team, you help maintain a seamless service flow, making sure each customer receives their meal promptly and correctly. This collaborative environment requires excellent communication skills, an energetic, positive attitude, and the ability to thrive under pressure. The pay rate is $17.87 per hour plus an estimated $11.50 to $12.25 per hour in tips, providing competitive compensation for your vital role in the restaurant’s success.

Joining Din Tai Fung means becoming part of a respected brand that values growth and development. Employees have access to numerous benefits including medical insurance contributions, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, health savings accounts, commuter spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and various employee perks such as meal discounts and access to discounted benefits through BenefitHub. The company also offers opportunities for advancement and promotes from within, making it a great place to build a long-term career in the food service industry.

Candidates interested in this role should prepare for a two-step interview process, starting with a mandatory one-way video interview. Din Tai Fung is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all qualified applicants. All employment is subject to eligibility verification under U.S. law, including participation in the E-Verify program. This role requires a flexible work schedule, ability to stand for long periods, and being 18 years or older with valid legal authorization to work in the United States.