Dumpling Prep - Seattle, United States - Din Tai Fung

Description

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTSJob Title:
Dumpling Prep (Dumpling Trainee)

Location: 2621 NE 46th Street, Seattle, WA University Village)

Compensation:
$21.50-$23.00 per hourStatus: Part-Time

About Us:

Din Tai Fung is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Xiao Long Bao, or steamed soup dumplings, each made by hand with our "Golden Ratio" of 18 folds.

Originally founded in Taiwan as a cooking oil retail business in 1958, Din Tai Fung was reborn as a dumpling and noodle restaurant in 1972.

Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become world-renowned for its quality, standardization, and service. It currently has over 170 locations worldwide, including 14 US locations in California, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada.


About the Role:
A Dumpling 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.


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.


Benefits and Perks:
Competitive Pay & BenefitsEmployer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insuranceDental, Vision, and Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA)

Commuter Spending Accounts401(k) Plan with company match Employee Assistance ProgramDiscounts through BenefitHubEmployee Meal Discounts Opportunities for growth; we love promoting withinJob Responsibilities & Tasks:
Prepares, measures, and cuts doughRolls dumpling/bun skinsStuffs, closes, and arranges dumplings/buns in a steamerAdds meat and allergen identifiersSteams dumplings/bunsMaintains a clean working space and dumpling roomLabels all items in accordance with regulations and proceduresAttends monthly staff and dumpling meetings

Supporting Functions:
Keeps all kitchen areas clean and sanitized Organizes items within the walk-in coolers and freezersLifts/moves boxes, bags, chairs, and tables (up to 50 pounds)

Assists with regular deep cleaning of the kitchenMaintains 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 environmentDumpling experience is not requiredExperience in prep, specifically with dough (pastry, pizza, etc.) is a plusOpen 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.
Din Tai Fung is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Fair Chance Initiative. Din Tai Fung is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/VApplicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally

Compensation:
$ $23.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ABOUT DIN TAI FUNGDin Tai Fung is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Xiao Long Bao, or soup dumplings.

Originally founded in Taiwan as a cooking oil retail business in 1958, Din Tai Fung was reborn as a steamed dumpling and noodle restaurant in 1972.

Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become world-renowned for its quality, standardization and service. The Hong Kong branch has been awarded a Michelin star five times. Din Tai Fung currently has over 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.