Job Description

LOCATION: 1132 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5

PAY RATE FOR STEAMER LINE COOK: $18.30 CAD per hour

PAY RATE FOR DUMPLING TRAINEE: $19.20 CAD per hour + Tips

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.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

- Competitive Pay & Benefits
- Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible roles
- RRSP
- Life and AD&D; insurance
- Travel Protection - for emergency medical coverage
- Savings on eyewear, prescriptons, and wellness products
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts through BenefitHub
- Employee Meal Discounts
- Quarterly Wellness Days for eligible roles
- Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

About the Dumpling Trainee role:

A Dumpling Trainee is tasked with preparing, putting together, folding, and steaming dumplings for guests. They operate in a show kitchen, requiring them to uphold a tidy and professional look.

About the Line Cook Steamer role:

As a Steamer Line Cook, you play a key role in delivering the signature dumplings our guests come to Din Tai Fung (DTF) for. In this role, you are responsible for carefully steaming dumplings to order, ensuring each basket is cooked to perfection and served with the quality and consistency our guests expect.

You’ll also support the dumpling team by helping prepare, assemble, and close dumplings throughout the shift. Steamer Line Cooks are responsible for opening and closing the steamer station, as well as restocking and organizing dumplings so service runs smoothly.



Because this role often works from our show kitchen, maintaining a clean, groomed, and professional appearance is essential as you help bring the experience to life for our guests.

Training Expectations:

Your journey at Din Tai Fung will begin as a Dumpling Trainee. Our hands-on dumpling training program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to ensure you have the tools for success. Upon completion of the program, graduates will transition into the Dumpling Prep role, accompanied by a competitive hourly wage increase. You can learn more about this program during your interview process.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

- Prepares, measures, and cuts dough
- Rolls dumpling/bun skins
- Stuffs, closes, and arranges dumplings/buns in a steamer
- Adds meat and allergen identifiers
- Steams dumplings/buns
- Maintains a clean working space and dumpling room
- Labels all items in accordance with regulations and procedures
- Attends monthly staff 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 workplace
- Dumpling experience is not required
- Experience in prep,



specifically with dough (pastry, pizza, etc.) is a plus
- 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.

How to Apply:

After successful completion of an application, you will receive a thank you email confirming your submission. The recruiting team will review your application and follow up with you should your profile align with our hiring needs.

Job offers will also be conditional on provision of satisfactory evidence of the recipient’s legal authority to work in Canada for Din Tai Fung.

Privacy:

Din Tai Fung complies with all applicable privacy laws. Applicant and employee personal information will be collected, retained, used, and disclosed strictly in compliance with the British Columbia Personal Information Protection Act.

A copy of Din Tai Fung’s Privacy Policy applicable to employees and potential employees is available upon request.

Pay: $18.30-$19.20 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 35.0 per week

Application question(s):

- This role requires the ability to read, understand, and speak English at a professional level to ensure smooth communication and compliance with safety and operational procedures. Do you meet this requirement?
- Do you have the ability to stand for long periods of time?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada (specifically in British Columbia)? If hired, will you be able to provide documentation verifying your eligibility to work in the Canada?
- Are you legally able to work more than 24 hours per week?
- Are you 18 years of age or older? (Yes/No)

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Prep Associate - Dumpling (Central Vancouver)
🏢 Din Tai Fung Restaurants
📍 Central Vancouver