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Kitchen Manager I
role at
Din Tai Fung North America
LOCATION:
3333 Bristol Street Space 2071 (Upper Level), Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (South Coast Plaza)
SALARY RANGE FOR KITCHEN MANAGER I:
$72,941 - $89,353 annual base salary
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
Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!
Job Purpose The Kitchen Manager I is responsible for overseeing Prep and Sanitation operations, ensuring quality food production, proper food handling, safety standards, and kitchen cleanliness. The Kitchen Manager I partners with the Kitchen Manager II to ensure back‑of‑house operations meet or exceed brand standards and guest expectations.
Job Responsibilities
Teach and coach Prep and Sanitation teams on brand standards, food safety protocols, and cleanliness expectations. Communicate prep priorities and production changes daily, ensuring seamless transitions between shifts. Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager II to ensure alignment across kitchen operations.
Manage daily prep tasks, ensuring accurate production according to PAR sheets and operational needs. Validate inventory levels for prep ingredients and sanitation supplies; coordinate ordering as needed. Ensure EcoSure and health department protocols are followed, managing sanitation checklists and food rotation logs.
Validate Prep and Sanitation schedules, ensuring proper coverage for production and dish needs. Support the coaching and development of Prep and Sanitation teams, documenting performance and partnering with the AEKM on development plans and corrective actions.
Participate in interviews for non‑exempt line positions (Prep, Sanitation). Assist in the onboarding and training of new kitchen team members, focusing on culinary execution and operational excellence.
Assist the AEKM in planning labor and production schedules based on forecasted sales. Support implementation of COGS initiatives through accurate prep yield, waste reduction, and portioning.
Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards, including proper storage, labeling, and sanitation practices. Support execution and follow‑up on EcoSure Action Plans, health department inspections, and internal audits. Maintain cleanliness and functionality of kitchen facilities, including managing dish and sanitation equipment use and care.
Job Requirements For Kitchen Manager
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years culinary experience in casual or upscale casual dining
1+ years of culinary lead or supervisory experience preferred
High level understanding of inventory and ordering processes
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 20+ lbs
Comfortable with being exposed to hot and cold temperatures.
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.
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.
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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Kitchen Manager I
role at
Din Tai Fung North America
LOCATION:
3333 Bristol Street Space 2071 (Upper Level), Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (South Coast Plaza)
SALARY RANGE FOR KITCHEN MANAGER I:
$72,941 - $89,353 annual base salary
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
Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!
Job Purpose The Kitchen Manager I is responsible for overseeing Prep and Sanitation operations, ensuring quality food production, proper food handling, safety standards, and kitchen cleanliness. The Kitchen Manager I partners with the Kitchen Manager II to ensure back‑of‑house operations meet or exceed brand standards and guest expectations.
Job Responsibilities
Teach and coach Prep and Sanitation teams on brand standards, food safety protocols, and cleanliness expectations. Communicate prep priorities and production changes daily, ensuring seamless transitions between shifts. Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager II to ensure alignment across kitchen operations.
Manage daily prep tasks, ensuring accurate production according to PAR sheets and operational needs. Validate inventory levels for prep ingredients and sanitation supplies; coordinate ordering as needed. Ensure EcoSure and health department protocols are followed, managing sanitation checklists and food rotation logs.
Validate Prep and Sanitation schedules, ensuring proper coverage for production and dish needs. Support the coaching and development of Prep and Sanitation teams, documenting performance and partnering with the AEKM on development plans and corrective actions.
Participate in interviews for non‑exempt line positions (Prep, Sanitation). Assist in the onboarding and training of new kitchen team members, focusing on culinary execution and operational excellence.
Assist the AEKM in planning labor and production schedules based on forecasted sales. Support implementation of COGS initiatives through accurate prep yield, waste reduction, and portioning.
Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards, including proper storage, labeling, and sanitation practices. Support execution and follow‑up on EcoSure Action Plans, health department inspections, and internal audits. Maintain cleanliness and functionality of kitchen facilities, including managing dish and sanitation equipment use and care.
Job Requirements For Kitchen Manager
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years culinary experience in casual or upscale casual dining
1+ years of culinary lead or supervisory experience preferred
High level understanding of inventory and ordering processes
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 20+ lbs
Comfortable with being exposed to hot and cold temperatures.
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.
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.
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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