Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps

Din Tai Fung North America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Medical insurance—employee and depend

Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts through BenefitHub

Wellness & Health Reimbursements

Employee Meal Discounts

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Din Tai Fung North America in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps to handle beverage prep at the Boba station, plate appetizers at the side station, and efficiently pack takeout orders at the Packing Station, all while adhering to our SOPs.

This back-of-house role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and consistency, with responsibilities across three stations and inventory restocking to ensure smooth service flows.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but not required.
• Open availability.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Positive and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages at the Boba station.
• Plate appetizers at the side station.
• Pack takeout orders at the Packing Station.
• Maintain cleanliness and restock at all three stations following SOPs.

Skills

Positive attitude

Professional demeanor

Open availability

Standing for long periods

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.

Note: The Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps position is a Back of House (Kitchen) role.

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: 700 SW 5th Ave Suite 1040, Portland, Oregon 97204 (Pioneer Place)

PAY RATE FOR Kitchen Prep Associate - Apps: $20.50/hour

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

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.