Kitchen Manager I

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $72,941.00 - $89,353.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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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 Discounts
Paid Time Off
Paid sick leave
Quarterly wellness days

Job Description

Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally renowned culinary establishment celebrated for its mastery in crafting Xiao Long Bao, a delicate soup dumpling that has become synonymous with the brand's dedication to quality and authenticity. Founded in 1972, Din Tai Fung has evolved into a Michelin-recognized restaurant brand, maintaining its family-owned heritage passed down through generations. With more than 165 locations spread across 13 countries, Din Tai Fung continues to offer a world-class dining experience characterized by consistency, warm hospitality, and authentic flavors that resonate with food lovers worldwide. The company prides itself on creating an upscale yet inviting cultural... 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
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices
  • Experience with scheduling and labor planning

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
  • Collaborate with 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 and 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 coaching and development of prep and sanitation teams, document performance and partner with 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
  • Assist AEKM in planning labor and production schedules based on forecasted sales
  • Support implementation of COGS initiatives through prep yield accuracy, 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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