Line Cook at Din Tai Fung - New York

LOCATION: Manhattan - Paramount Plaza - 1633 Broadway New York, 10019

COMPENSATION: $26.00 per hour

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
• Wellness & Health Reimbursements 
• Employee Meal Discounts 
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

About the Role:

Line Cooks (Steamers) are responsible for steaming the dumplings for the guests, as well as helping support the dumpling team with preparing, assembling, and closing the dumplings. Line Cooks (Steamers) are responsible for opening and closing the steamer stations, as well as restocking and organizing dumplings to be steamed throughout the shift. Line Cooks (Steamers) may work from a show kitchen and thus must maintain a clean, groomed, and professional appearance.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

•  Rolls the dumpling/bun skin
•  Stuffs the dumplings/buns
•  Closes and arranges the dumplings/buns in the steamer properly
•  Adds necessary meat and allergen identifiers
•  Steams the dumplings/buns for the appropriate amount of time
•  Cleans the dumpling room and the steamer station
•  Labels all items in accordance with Health Department regulations and Din Tai Fung procedures
•  Attends monthly staff meetings 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.
• 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