LOCATION:  670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

COMPENSATION:  $22.50/hour

The base salary or hourly wage range for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range and other factors during the hiring process.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• 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 
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

About the Role:

A Kitchen Prep Associate (Dumpling) 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. 

Training Expectations:

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.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• 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

Supporting Functions:

• 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 propriety information, including but not limited to recipes and Standard   Operating Procedures  (“SOP’s“)

Job Requirements:

• We are searching for friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to travel to other store locations for training (Del Amo, Anaheim, or South Coast Plaza).
• Dumpling experience is not required.
• Experience in prep, specifically with dough (pastry, pizza, etc.) is a plus.
• Open Availability.
• Eager to learn, enjoys to be challenged.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

NOTE:   This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally