Dumpling Prep (Trainee)

Din Tai Fung North America•Seattle, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Din Tai Fung, a globally acclaimed culinary icon renowned for the art of Xiao Long Bao, is on a mission to create first-class dining experiences through its unwavering commitment to excellence in food, service and ambiance. Originally founded as a cooking oil retail business in Taiwan in 1958 by Bing-Yi Yang and his wife, Pen-Mei Lai, Din Tai Fung was reborn into a humble dumpling and noodle shop in 1972. Today, the Michelin-recognized restaurant brand continues to be family-owned and passed down through generations, with more than 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide. Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become synonymous with quality and consistency and known for its warm hospitality and delicacies with authentic flavors. Entering the North America market in 2000, the restaurant brand opened its first U.S. location in Arcadia, California and has 16 locations to-date, offering an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience. With each restaurant, each interaction, and each bite, DTF aims to bring people together to inspire appreciation of culture. A Dumpling Prep (Trainee) is tasked with preparing, putting together, folding, and steaming dumplings for guests. They operate in a show kitchen, requiring them to uphold a tidy and professional look. Your journey at Din Tai Fung will begin as a Dumpling Trainee. Our hands-on dumpling training program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to ensure you have the tools for success. Upon completion of the program, graduates will transition into the Dumpling Prep role, accompanied by a competitive hourly wage increase. You can learn more about this program during your interview process.

Requirements

Friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Open Availability
Eager to learn, enjoys to be challenged
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older
Able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally

Nice To Haves

Dumpling experience is not required
Experience in prep, specifically with dough (pastry, pizza, etc.) is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepares, measures, and cuts dough
Rolls dumpling/bun skins
Stuffs, closes, and arranges dumplings/buns in a steamer
Adds meat and allergen identifiers
Steams dumplings/buns
Maintains a clean working space and dumpling room
Labels all items in accordance with regulations and procedures
Attends monthly staff and dumpling meetings
Keeps all kitchen areas clean and sanitized
Organizes items within the walk-in coolers and freezers
Lifts/moves boxes, bags, chairs, and tables (up to 50 pounds)
Assists with regular deep cleaning of the kitchen
Maintains confidentiality regarding all proprietary information, including but not limited to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (“SOP’s“)

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits
Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts through BenefitHub
Employee Meal Discounts
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