Bun Prep (AM Shift)

About the role

You will support daily kitchen operations by efficiently operating and maintaining specialized bun and dessert dumpling machinery. You will manage the full production cycle, from loading and unloading steamers to packing, sealing, and labeling finished products according to health regulations and Din Tai Fung standards. A key focus of this role is performing rigorous quality control checks to ensure every item meets our strict consistency and presentation benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Support daily kitchen operations by operating and maintaining specialized bun and dessert dumpling machinery.
• Manage the full production cycle, from loading and unloading steamers to packing, sealing, and labeling finished products according to health regulations and Din Tai Fung standards.
• Perform rigorous quality control checks to ensure every item meets our strict consistency and presentation benchmarks.
• Supports operating different types of bun and dessert dumpling-related machinery.
• Supports cleaning different types of bun and dessert dumpling-related machinery.

Requirements

• Monday-Saturday Availability preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Qualifications

• Frequent exposure to wet or humid conditions, near moving parts, in extreme non-weather heat, and in extreme non-weather cold.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk and/or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
• Constantly exposed to both hot and cold temperature conditions is pertinent.
• Follows all safety procedures, uses restaurant safety words during all shifts, and asks for assistance as needed.
• Puts proper body mechanics and uses appropriate personal protective equipment to avoid injury: Cutting gloves when cutting, Back support belt when lifting heavy items, Goggles and long gloves when working with chemicals, Other PPE as needed (if applicable).

Skills

• Highly motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• 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!

Pay

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.

Schedule

AM shifts: Tuesdays - Saturdays 6:00 PM - 1:30 PM