DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Leader
Compensation: $180,000 - $210,000 Annual Salary
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.
Location: Hybrid, Din Tai Fung - Corporate Office in Arcadia, California
About Us:
Din Tai Fung, a globally acclaimed culinary icon renowned for the art of Xiao Long Bao, is on a mission to create first-class dining experiences through its unwavering commitment to excellence in food, service and ambiance. Originally founded as a cooking oil retail business in Taiwan in 1958 by Bing-Yi Yang and his wife, Pen-Mei Lai, Din Tai Fung was reborn into a humble dumpling and noodle shop in 1972. Today, the Michelin-recognized restaurant brand continues to be family-owned and passed down through generations, with more than 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.
Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become synonymous with quality and consistency and known for its warm hospitality and delicacies with authentic flavors. Entering the North America market in 2000, the restaurant brand opened its first U.S. location in Arcadia, California and has 16 locations to-date, offering an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience. With each restaurant, each interaction, and each bite, DTF aims to bring people together to inspire appreciation of culture.
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
- Employee Meal Discounts
- Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!
About the Role:
The role focuses on leading and enhancing the Talent Acquisition Team's performance and processes. Responsibilities include creating the recruitment strategy, including recruitment marketing aligned with organizations strategic priorities, while optimizing the candidate experience and supporting operational needs. The role involves mentoring team members, collaborating with Operations on key initiatives, and driving Key Performance Indicators. Additional responsibilities include providing data-driven insights, managing recruiting initiatives, overseeing data integration and technology solutions, and enhancing employee brand marketing. This position is integral to aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals while fostering a positive and efficient recruitment experience.
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement recruitment strategy based on organizational, and people and culture, strategic priorities. Strategy should include recruitment marketing actions, KPI creation all focused on building our employment branding to attract and hire top talent. Closely monitor established KPIs and adjust strategy as needed to achieve stated priorities.
- Continually review and optimize processes to ensure we provide an exceptional candidate, and internal stakeholder, experience
- Team Management: Overseeing performance management of the Recruiting Team, develop and Mentor members of the Recruiting Team
- Collaborate with our Operations and L&D partners to develop strong talent assessment capabilities for hiring managers in order for them to select and retain top talent
- Provided data insights to help elevate the recruiting function and support to hiring managers
- Identify and implement recruiting partnerships that will create a pipeline of talent for roles within our restaurants, CKs and support center
- In partnership with the People Technology Leader own the ATS and data integration, ensuring the system is configured optimally to for candidate, and hiring manager, experience as well as providing a robust dashboard allow for data based decision making
Role Competencies: Situational adaptability, Cultivates innovation, Drives vision and purpose, Attract top talent, Strategic mindset
Job Requirements:
- 8-10 Years of Relevant Experience
- Experience as a Recruiting Director or Director of Talent Acquisition required.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Experience in designing structure and implementing career development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated and able to adapt to change
- Pass the company’s background check qualifications
- Positive and Professional Attitude
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in hospitality or food & beverage industry or multi unit experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field or relevant experience
Special Requirements:
- Travel as needed to support stores in field
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.
Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $180,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year
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.
ABOUT DIN TAI FUNG
Din Tai Fung is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Xiao Long Bao, or soup dumplings. Originally founded in Taiwan as a cooking oil retail business in 1958, Din Tai Fung was reborn as a steamed dumpling and noodle restaurant in 1972. Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become world-renowned for its quality, standardization and service. The Hong Kong branch has been awarded a Michelin star five times. Din Tai Fung currently has over 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.
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Competitive Pay & Benefits
Din Tai Fung is proud to offer competitive pay, health & life insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), 401k match, and Commuter Assistance Program.
Upwards Mobility and Growth
Din Tai Fung is a growing company with an ambitious team, offering internal promotion and advancement opportunities.
Wellness & Health
Din Tai Fung prioritizes the health and wellness of all employees. Qualifying positions are eligible for health and wellness reimbursements and our Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts
Din Tai Fung offers meal discounts to encourage managers and employees to enjoy the restaurant with family and friends. Additionally, employees can get exclusive discounts through our Benefit Hub Discount Marketplace.