Line Cook (Wok)

Din Tai Fung North America•San Diego, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Wok Line Cook, you bring the energy and technique of the wok to life in the Din Tai Fung kitchen. You prepare wok dishes according to the restaurant’s recipes, cook times, techniques, and plating standards, ensuring each dish meets expectations for flavor, quality, and consistency. You check ingredient quality, cook and finish dishes with the proper garnishes, and maintain a clean, organized wok station throughout service. You also label products in compliance with health department regulations and company procedures, and participate in monthly staff and wok department meetings as part of your continued development. Supporting functions include keeping kitchen areas clean and sanitized, organizing items in walk-in coolers and freezers, assisting with regular kitchen deep cleaning, and maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary information such as recipes and Standard Operating Procedures. The role also involves lifting or moving boxes, bags, chairs, and tables weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees may be assigned other job-related duties by their supervisor. The position is located at 4301 La Jolla Village Drive, Unit 2000, San Diego, CA 92122 (Westfield UTC). The pay rate is $27.50 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to provide documentation of legal authorization to work in the United States. Din Tai Fung North America participates in E-Verify for new hires.

Requirements

Experience is preferred but not required.
Open availability.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Positive and professional attitude.
Friendly, energetic, and highly motivated, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to provide documentation to work legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare wok dishes according to Din Tai Fung recipes, cook times, techniques, and plating standards.
Check ingredient quality.
Cook and finish dishes with the proper garnishes.
Maintain a clean, organized wok station throughout service.
Label products in compliance with health department regulations and company procedures.
Participate in monthly staff and wok department meetings.
Keep kitchen areas clean and sanitized.
Organize items within walk-in coolers and freezers.
Assist with regular deep cleaning of the kitchen.
Maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary information, including recipes and Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform other job-related duties assigned by a supervisor.
Lift or move boxes, bags, chairs, and tables weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits.
Employer contribution toward medical insurance for individuals and eligible dependents.
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.
Opportunities for growth and promotion from within.