DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS
Job Title: Barista/Expo
Compensation: $21.00/hour
Status: Part-Time
Location: Manhattan - Paramount Plaza - 1633 Broadway New York, 10019
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.
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:
Baristas / Expos are responsible for making all drinks in the Boba department, plating all the appetizer items, and packing takeout orders according to Din Tai Fung’s established recipes and SOP’s. Baristas / Expos are also responsible for cleaning and maintaining the Boba, Side Station, and Packing stations, taking regular inventory, and restocking necessary items within the Server Alley, Barista, Side Station, and Expo areas.
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!
Job Responsibilities & Tasks:
Barista Functions
Makes all drinks within the Barista station according to Din Tai Fung’s established recipes and SOP’s
Plates and garnishes the drinks in accordance with Din Tai Fung’s guidelines
Cleans, organizes and maintains the Barista station
Takes inventory of the items and restocking items as necessary
Assists with packing takeout orders
Labels all items in accordance with Health Department regulations and Din Tai Fung procedures
Attends monthly staff meetings
SSA Functions
Plates the appetizers in accordance with Din Tai Fung’s plating guidelines
Keeps the Side Station clean, organized, and sanitized
Takes inventory and restocks necessary items for the Packing station
Labels all items in accordance with Health Department regulations and Din Tai Fung procedures
Attends monthly staff meetings
Expo Functions
Handles and coordinates all of the takeout orders for the restaurant
Packs takeout orders according to Din Tai Fung Takeout Packing SOP’s
Takes inventory and restocks necessary items for the Packing station
Labels all items in accordance with Health Department regulations and Din Tai Fung procedures
Attends monthly staff meetings
Supporting Functions:
Prepares ginger dishes, water glasses, water carafes, and restocks the server alley throughout service.
Refills and wipes dine-in soy sauce bottles and vinegar bottles throughout the shift.
Create ginger dishes and fold white linen napkins for dine-in guests throughout the shift
Keeps all Barista/Expo/SSA 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
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
Maintains confidentiality regarding all proprietary information, including but not limited to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (“SOP’s“).
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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/V
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.
Compensation: $21.00 per hour
Location: NEW YORK, NY, PARAMOUNT PLAZA (MANHATTAN, NY)
