Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps

Din Tai Fung North America; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 25,287 - 36,015; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Employer Contribution for medical insurance

Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Meal Discounts

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A leading restaurant brand in Bellevue is seeking a Kitchen Prep Associate to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing beverages, plating appetizer items, and packing takeout orders. The ideal candidate should possess a positive attitude, open availability, and the ability to stand for long periods. Din Tai Fung is recognized for its quality and cultural dining experience, and offers competitive pay and benefits for its employees.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages at the Boba station.
• Plate appetizer items at the side station.
• Pack takeout orders at the Packing Station.

Skills

Positive and Professional Attitude

Open Availability

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Job description

As a Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps, you play a key dual role in bringing the Din Tai Fung (DTF) experience to life behind the scenes. You’ll prepare all beverages at the Boba station, plate appetizer items at the side station, and carefully pack takeout orders at the Packing Station, all in alignment with our established recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

This role is all about precision, consistency, and teamwork. You’ll keep all three stations clean, organized, and fully stocked, taking inventory and restocking as needed to ensure service flows smoothly.

WHY JOIN DIN TAI FUNG?

Din Tai Fung is a globally celebrated, family‑owned restaurant brand founded in 1972 and internationally renowned for its iconic Xiao Long Bao. With more than 165 locations across 13 countries including 20 in North America. DTF is Michelin‑recognized and admired for its uncompromising quality, authentic flavors, and warm, gracious hospitality. Each location delivers an elevated yet inviting cultural dining experience designed to delight guests on any occasion.

LOCATION

10455 NE 8th ST STE 20, Bellevue, WA 98004 (Lincoln Square)

PAY RATE FOR Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps

$22.25/hour

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)
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts through BenefitHub
• Wellness & Health Reimbursements
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps

• Experience preferred but not required
• Open Availability
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Positive and Professional Attitude

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

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.