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Soup Prep

Din Tai Fung North America
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026


DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS

Job Title: Soup Prep

Compensation: $23.75 per hour

Shift Time: Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 3:15PM

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.

Location: Din Tai Fung Central Kitchen - 4025 1st Ave S., Seattle, WA. 98134

About Us

Din Tai Fung, a globally acclaimed culinary icon renowned for the art of Xiao Long Bao, is on a mission to create first-class dining experiences through its unwavering commitment to excellence in food, service and ambiance. Originally founded as a cooking oil retail business in Taiwan in 1958 by Bing-Yi Yang and his wife, Pen-Mei Lai, Din Tai Fung was reborn into a humble dumpling and noodle shop in 1972. Today, the Michelin-recognized restaurant brand continues to be family-owned and passed down through generations, with more than 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.

Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become synonymous with quality and consistency and known for its warm hospitality and delicacies with authentic flavors. Entering the North America market in 2000, the restaurant brand opened its first U.S. location in Arcadia, California and has 16 locations to-date, offering an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience. With each restaurant, each interaction, and each bite, DTF aims to bring people together to inspire appreciation of culture.

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

About The Role

Soup prep employees are responsible for receiving, preparing, producing, and checking the quality of soup department items in accordance with Din Tai Fung's procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Mix and prepare ingredients to produce the soup department food items (finished goods and internal ingredients), according to DTF's internal SOPs and recipes
  • Keep all kitchen areas clean and sanitized. Assist with regular deep cleaning of the kitchen. Follow established GMPs
  • Organize items within the department room and the walk-in coolers and freezers
  • Order and receive ingredients from our warehouse. Take care to check the quality of each item.
  • Ensure the labeling of all items are in accordance with DTF and regulatory procedures and standards.

Job Requirements

  • Basic knife skills
  • Food handler's card
  • Proper dress policy and non-slip shoes worn at all times
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform tasks with attention to detail and minimal supervision
  • Ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 50 lbs
  • Constantly exposed to both hot and cold temperature conditions is pertinent.
  • Flexible working hours, including early morning and late-night shifts; 6 days a week operation,
  • including holidays. Schedule may vary based on business demands
  • Must practice proper body mechanics and use 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)

Preferred Requirements

  • Basic cooking knowledge preferred
  • Proficiency in using computers and tablets
  • Strong interpersonal, training, and communication skills
  • Able to speak English and Spanish

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. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As part of our hiring process, Din Tai Fung uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees. E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows employers to compare information from an employee's Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This verification confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Din Tai Fung complies fully with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws, ensuring no discrimination based on national origin or citizenship status. Din Tai Fung is committed to employing only individuals who are authorized to work in the United States and who comply with applicable immigration and employment law. As a condition of employment, every individual must provide satisfactory evidence of their identity and legal authority to work in the United States. If the employee cannot verify their right to work in the United States within the time permitted by laws, the Company will be required to terminate their employment immediately. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees.

Applicants must be 18 years or older.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Din Tai Fung North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws.

U.S. Employment Eligibility

In the United States, Din Tai Fung North America participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization for all new hires. To learn more, please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees.

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