Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager

Din Tai Fung; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking an Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager to support kitchen operations at their Santa Monica location. This key position oversees workforce management, ensures food safety compliance, and aids in hiring and training staff. Candidates should possess restaurant management experience, strong financial skills, and a commitment to operational excellence, promoting a positive team environment and ensuring high standards of service. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Employer Contribution for medical insurance

Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Meal Discounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Quarterly Wellness Days

Qualifications

• 2+ years restaurant management experience in casual or upscale casual dining.
• High level understanding of inventory and ordering processes.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Validate scheduling for EKM review and manage performance documentation.
• Conduct interviews and make final hiring decisions for BOH staff.
• Train team on food safety and maintain health department compliance.

Skills

Financial acumen

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS

LOCATION: 400 South Baldwin Avenue #M5 (Level 2), Arcadia, CA 91007 (Westfield Santa Anita)

SALARY RANGE FOR ASSISTANT EXECTUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER: $104,800.00 - $129,800.00 annual base salary, plus eligibility for the annual incentive plan based on individual and company performance.

BENEFITS FOR ASSISTANT EXECTUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER:

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

Bonus Eligible

Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

JOB PURPOSE: The AEKM (Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager) is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the kitchen while ensuring food safety, brand standards, and operational excellence. They assist in leading managers and team members, ensure accurate and effective scheduling, partnering with RSC support, and ensuring the team is trained and up to date on new procedures. The AEKM is also involved in hiring decisions, performance evaluations, and maintaining kitchen efficiency by working closely with the EKM and others.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Workforce Management: Validate scheduling for EKM review, submitting people transactions such as promotions and demotions, participating in investigations in partnership with HR, coach and document performance and corrective actions and the development of managers.

Recruiting: Responsible for conducting interviews, making final hiring decisions for non-exempt BOH staff and assist with the hiring process for managerial roles.

Systems: Work with managers on Zenput task lists and ensure operational needs are met, including accurate ordering, par levels, and inventory management.

Communication: Teach, coach, and maintain brand standards while ensuring the team is updated on new rollouts, promotions, and changes.

Restaurant Planning: Collaborate with EKM to create staffing and planning needs for BOH, and assist in implementing COG and KPI action plans.

FSQA (Food Safety and Quality Assurance): Train and coach the team on food safety, maintain compliance with health department protocols, and implement and follow up on the Ecosure Action Plan. Prepare and review manager meeting decks for EKM, follow up on facilities needs, and ensure overall food safety and quality standards are met.

Technical Skills: Ensure the team is certified and up to date with training on key stations, including Wok, Noodle, and Prep.

ASSISTANT EXECTUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER:

High school dioploma or equvilant

2+ years restaurant managemanet experience in casual or upscale casual dining.

Strong financial acumen

High level understanding of inventory and ordering processes.

Sitting- minimal

Standing- up to 3 hours

Lifting- up to 50lbs

Temperature- ranges from refrigeration temp to hot line temps

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual English and Spanish but not a must have

Bachelor's degree preferred.

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.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.