Food Runner

Job Description

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS

Job Title: Food Runners/Expo

Compensation: $16.78/hour + Estimated Tips ($32-$78/shift)*

Status: Part-Time

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

*Actual tips will vary based on shift and store location

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:

Food Runners are responsible for running food to guests at their tables according to Din Tai Fungs Food Running Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

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!

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

Runs all food and beverages to tables in a timely manner to ensure food quality and in line with Din Tai Fungs Food Running SOP

Food items include hot soups (over 140 degrees F), which must be handled with caution and only after formal training

Food items include dumplings inside bamboo steamers, which must be handled with caution and only after formal training

Organizes tickets and food onto trays at the Expo Station

Packs takeout orders according to Din Tai Fung Takeout Packing SOP

Cleans and organizes the Expo Station and Takeout Packing Station

Completes Runner Side Work

Labels all items in accordance with Health Department regulations and Din Tai Fung procedures

Attends monthly staff meetings and Food Runner meetings

Supporting Functions:

Maintains a cheerful, friendly and welcoming demeanor to all guests and co-workers

Keeps all Front of House areas clean, organized and sanitized

Lifts/moves boxes, bags, chairs, and tables (up to 50 pounds)

Assists with regular deep cleaning of the restaurant

Maintains confidentiality regarding all propriety information, including but not limited to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Job Requirements:

We are searching for friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Experience preferred but not required

Flexible Work Schedule

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Positive and Professional Attitude

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 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.

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