Chef - Dim Sum

Altius Search Group LLC; Dyer (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern culinary company is seeking a highly skilled Dim Sum Chef specializing in dumpling skin innovation. This role involves leading the research and development of dumpling skins and ensuring production efficiency. Candidates should have 3–5+ years of experience, advanced knowledge in dumpling dough production, and a strong understanding of Asian culinary traditions. This position is perfect for someone creative and technically skilled in dim sum craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience as a Dim Sum Chef or Dumpling Specialist.
• Advanced knowledge of dumpling dough and wrapper production.
• Experience with handmade dumplings, bao, har gow, siu mai, and other dim sum specialties.
• Familiarity with high-volume production kitchens or commissary operations.
• Strong understanding of Asian culinary traditions and modern dim sum innovation.
• Ability to maintain consistency while scaling recipes for production.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development of dumpling skins and wrappers.
• Oversee daily dumpling skin and dough production.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and dim sum production team.
• Oversee daily dumpling skin and dough production for the program and ensure quality.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and dim sum team to support menu development and launches.
• Provide training and technical guidance to kitchen staff on dough handling and dumpling folding techniques.
• Maintain strict adherence to House of An culinary standards and brand integrity.

Skills

Dumpling dough production

Dim Sum expertise

Culinary creativity

Quality control

Food safety standards

Job description

Our client, a modern Asian fusion concept is seeking a highly skilled Dim Sum Chef specializing in dumpling skin innovation to join our commissary production team. This role is focused on the research, development, and production of high-quality dim sum doughs and wrappers that elevate our dumpling program across multiple concepts and retail offerings.

Working from our central commissary kitchen, this chef will lead the development of innovative dumpling skins, textures, and formats while ensuring consistency, scalability, and production efficiency for our dim sum to-go program and restaurant operations. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in traditional dim sum craftsmanship with modern culinary creativity and production thinking.

Dumpling Skin Development & Innovation

• Lead the research and development of dumpling skins and wrappers for a variety of dim sum items including dumplings, buns, and specialty products
• Innovate new dough formulations focusing on texture, elasticity, translucency, flavor, and durability for production and transport
• Develop specialty wrappers such as colored skins, flavored doughs, gluten alternatives, and premium dumpling formats
• Maintain consistency and quality across all dough and wrapper production

Commissary Production Operations

• Oversee daily dumpling skin and dough production for the company’s dim sum program
• Ensure products are optimized for high-volume commissary production and distribution
• Maintain strict quality control and food safety standards
• Collaborate with production teams to improve workflow, efficiency, and yield

Culinary Collaboration

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and dim sum production team to support menu development and new product launches
• Assist with the development of new dumpling formats for retail, delivery, and restaurant service
• Provide training and technical guidance to kitchen staff on dough handling and dumpling folding techniques

Quality & Standards

• Maintain strict adherence to House of An culinary standards and brand integrity
• Ensure proper ingredient sourcing and consistency across all batches
• Monitor storage, shelf life, and packaging for commissary-produced dim sum products

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience as a Dim Sum Chef or Dumpling Specialist
• Advanced knowledge of dumpling dough and wrapper production
• Experience working with handmade dumplings, bao, har gow, siu mai, and other dim sum specialties
• Familiarity with high-volume production kitchens or commissary operations
• Strong understanding of Asian culinary traditions and modern dim sum innovation
• Ability to maintain consistency while scaling recipes for production

Preferred Skills

• Experience with colored dumpling skins, vegetable-infused doughs, and specialty dumpling formats
• Knowledge of freezing, packaging, and distribution for dumpling products
• Interest in modern dim sum concepts and culinary R&D