Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $79,200.00 - $97,100.00
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 (DTF) is a globally acclaimed culinary icon, renowned for its expertise in crafting the delicate Xiao Long Bao, a traditional Chinese steamed dumpling. Founded in 1972, Din Tai Fung has grown from a single restaurant into a beloved international brand with more than 165 locations across 13 countries, including 16 locations in the United States. This Michelin-recognized restaurant chain is cherished worldwide for its dedication to providing high-quality, authentic flavors combined with warm hospitality and elegant, inviting dining atmospheres. The family-owned nature of the company adds a personal touch to its operations, with a legacy passed down... Show More
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
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift 20+ lbs
- Comfortable with being exposed to hot and cold temperatures
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, document performance and partner with the AEKM on development plans and corrective actions
- Participate in interviews for non-exempt line positions (Prep, Sanitation)
- Assist in 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 Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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