Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $99,500.00 - $124,400.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Medical insurance with employer contribution
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) plan with Company Match
Employee assistance program
Employee meal discounts
paid time off (PTO)
paid sick leave (PSL)
Quarterly wellness days
opportunities for growth
Job Description
Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally acclaimed culinary icon celebrated for mastering the art of Xiao Long Bao, the delicate soup dumpling that has become synonymous with the brand. Since its founding in 1972, Din Tai Fung has established itself as a Michelin-recognized restaurant brand that values quality, consistency, and warm hospitality. The brand remains family-owned and has been passed down through generations, now operating more than 165 locations across 13 countries. It blends traditional culinary practices with modern excellence, ensuring every guest enjoys an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience. With 16 locations in the United States, Din... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of kitchen or culinary leadership experience ideally in high-volume or production environments
- strong hands-on culinary skills especially in dough work food prep and steaming techniques
- proven ability in people leadership including training approaches coaching and providing performance feedback to team members
- high standards of cleanliness organization and adherence to health regulations
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding kitchen tasks
- applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the united states legally
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years of kitchen or culinary leadership experience ideally in high-volume or production environments
- strong hands-on culinary skills especially in dough work food prep and steaming techniques
- proven ability in people leadership including training approaches coaching and providing performance feedback to team members
- high standards of cleanliness organization and adherence to health regulations
- experience with dumpling production or asian cuisine in a structured culinary environment preferred
- previous experience in a training or lead role with cross-functional team coordination preferred
- familiarity with show kitchen or open-concept kitchen environments requiring guest-facing professionalism preferred
Job Duties
- Oversees daily leadership of dumpling and steamer departments providing structure guidance and support
- acts as a role model for professionalism and accountability in a guest-facing show kitchen
- ensures all dumplings meet brand quality and presentation standards by conducting audits and reinforcing best practices
- drives consistency in execution by supporting training follow-through and standard operating procedure compliance
- champions a clean safe and organized work environment by enforcing sanitation standards and maintaining health department compliance
- leads training and development of dumpling leads steamers and dumpling staff ensuring team members are skilled consistent and aligned with brand standards
- partners with management to plan staffing levels hiring needs and break schedules in alignment with sales forecasts and labor goals
- fosters a respectful inclusive and collaborative team environment with open communication daily pre-shift meetings and regular check-ins
- works closely with restaurant leadership and the regional training team to align on department goals training priorities and operational improvements
- monitors individual and team performance provides ongoing feedback and conducts evaluations to drive continuous improvement
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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