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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $76,200.00 - $93,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) plan with Company Match
Employee assistance program
Employee meal discounts
Paid Time Off
Paid sick leave
Quarterly wellness days
opportunities for growth
Job Description
Din Tai Fung North America is a prestigious and globally renowned restaurant brand known for its dedication to authentic, high-quality Asian cuisine and exceptional guest experiences. Located in Glendale, California, within the bustling Glendale Galleria, Din Tai Fung combines traditional Taiwanese culinary techniques with contemporary dining standards to create an inviting atmosphere for all guests. As a brand committed to culinary excellence and innovation, Din Tai Fung North America emphasizes the importance of operational precision, food safety, and team collaboration to maintain its reputation as a leader in the casual dining landscape.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years culinary experience in casual or upscale casual dining
- 1+ years of culinary lead or supervisory experience preferred
- high level understanding of inventory and ordering processes
- ability to stand for long periods of time
- ability to lift 20+ lbs
- comfortable with being exposed to hot and cold temperatures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years culinary experience in casual or upscale casual dining
- 1+ years of culinary lead or supervisory experience preferred
- high level understanding of inventory and ordering processes
Job Duties
- Teach and coach Prep and Sanitation teams on brand standards, food safety protocols, and cleanliness expectations
- communicate prep priorities and production changes daily, ensuring seamless transitions between shifts
- collaborate with the Kitchen Manager II to ensure alignment across kitchen operations
- manage daily prep tasks, ensuring accurate production according to PAR sheets and operational needs
- validate inventory levels for prep ingredients and sanitation supplies
- coordinate ordering as needed
- ensure EcoSure and health department protocols are followed, managing sanitation checklists and food rotation logs
- validate Prep and Sanitation schedules, ensuring proper coverage for production and dish needs
- support the coaching and development of Prep and Sanitation teams, documenting performance and partnering with the AEKM on development plans and corrective actions
- participate in interviews for non-exempt line positions (Prep, Sanitation)
- assist in the onboarding and training of new kitchen team members, focusing on culinary execution and operational excellence
- assist the AEKM in planning labor and production schedules based on forecasted sales
- support implementation of COGS initiatives through accurate prep yield, waste reduction, and portioning
- ensure strict compliance with food safety standards, including proper storage, labeling, and sanitation practices
- support execution and follow-up on EcoSure Action Plans, health department inspections, and internal audits
- maintain cleanliness and functionality of kitchen facilities, including managing dish and sanitation equipment use and care
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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