Assistant General Manager-Quick Hire!•Kent,WA,USA,WA•Din Tai Fung

Din Tai Fung (DTF) is a globally renowned culinary institution famous for its exquisite Xiao Long Bao and exceptional dining experiences. Founded in 1972, this Michelin-recognized restaurant brand has grown from its family-owned roots into a global icon with over 165 locations across 13 countries. Despite its expansive growth, Din Tai Fung remains committed to maintaining its legacy of quality, consistency, and warm hospitality, offering authentic flavors and first-class service that resonates with every guest. In the United States alone, Din Tai Fung operates 16 locations, including an upscale yet inviting restaurant in Bellevue, Washington at Lincoln Square, which aims to provide guests with memorable dining experiences suitable for any occasion. The position of Assistant General Manager (AGM) at Din Tai Fung represents a critical leadership role within this esteemed restaurant brand. The AGM will be an integral part of the management team responsible for supporting the General Manager in the day-to-day operational excellence of the restaurant. The role requires a strong focus on front-of-house execution, team leadership, financial management, and maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction standards. The AGM will lead and develop the Service Manager and Assistant Service Manager teams while working closely with the Bar Manager to ensure a consistent and high-quality brand experience available to all patrons. This role offers a competitive annual base salary ranging from $103,800 to $129,800, with eligibility for an annual incentive plan based on individual and company performance. Compensation may vary based on experience, expertise, and market factors. Din Tai Fung is dedicated to providing a comprehensive benefits package, including employer contributions for medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings accounts, commuter spending accounts, 401(k) plans with company match, employee assistance programs, and more. In this leadership role, the Assistant General Manager’s responsibilities span workforce management, recruitment, operational systems management, communication, restaurant planning, guest experience excellence, and ensuring technical skills and certifications are up to date for front-of-house teams. This position requires hands-on involvement in coaching, mentoring, developing leadership pipelines, collaborating to implement effective staffing and succession strategies, managing guest feedback, and upholding the highest operational and service standards. Working at Din Tai Fung means embracing a culture of growth, promotion from within, and dedication to a team environment that prioritizes excellence and guest satisfaction. It offers a unique opportunity to advance your career within a family-owned, globally respected brand that values community, inclusivity, and culinary artistry. If you have experience in casual or upscale casual dining management and possess strong financial acumen along with a passion for outstanding service delivery, this role is an excellent fit to contribute to the continued success and expansion of Din Tai Fung’s presence in the U.S. and beyond.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ability to travel to California for training (approximately 3 months)
• 2+ years restaurant management experience in casual or upscale casual dining
• strong financial acumen
• high level understanding of full service dining operations
• sitting minimal
• standing up to 3 hours
• lifting up to 50lbs
• temperature range exposure from refrigeration to hot line temps
• applicant must be 18 years or older and able to provide documentation to work legally in the United States