Greeter
About the role
As a Greeter / Host / Hostess, you are the first friendly face our guests see and help set the tone for the entire dining experience. In this role, you warmly welcome guests, check them in using Din Tai Fung’s text message waiting system, and guide them to their assigned tables. You help manage the flow of the dining room by seating guests efficiently, supporting smooth table turnover, and helping reduce wait times. With a focus on hospitality and organization, you ensure every guest feels welcomed and taken care of from the moment they arrive.
Why join Din Tai Fung?
Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally celebrated, family-owned restaurant brand founded in 1972 and internationally renowned for its iconic Xiao Long Bao. With more than 165 locations across 13 countries including 20 in North America. DTF is Michelin-recognized and admired for its uncompromising quality, authentic flavors, and warm, gracious hospitality. Each location delivers an elevated yet inviting cultural dining experience designed to delight guests on any occasion.
Location
1164 Galleria Way, Glendale, CA 91210, USA
Responsibilities
- Warmly welcome guests as the first point of contact
- Check guests in using Din Tai Fung’s text message waiting system
- Guide guests to their assigned tables
- Manage the flow of the dining room by seating guests efficiently
- Support smooth table turnover and help reduce wait times
- Ensure every guest feels welcomed and taken care of from arrival
Requirements
- Friendly, energetic, and highly motivated
- Ability to 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
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Ability to provide documentation to work in the United States legally
Pay
$17.27/hour + Estimated $12.25–$12.50/hour in tips
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive pay and 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; internal promotions encouraged