Posted 2 months ago
Greeter/Host/Hostess
@ Din Tai Fung North America
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Din Tai Fung North America is hiring a part-time greeter and host for its Vancouver restaurant at 1132 Alberni St. The role welcomes guests, checks them in by text message, and seats them to keep the dining room flowing. Pay is $18.25 CAD per hour plus tips, with a flexible schedule and required standing for long periods.
Pay:
$18.25 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Welcome guests warmly at arrival
- Check in guests using the text message waiting system
- Seat guests efficiently at assigned tables
- Support smooth table turnover and reduce wait times
Requirements summary:
- Friendly, energetic and motivated attitude
- Positive and professional demeanour
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Flexible schedule
- Restaurant experience preferred but not required
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Restaurant or kitchen |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness, Free or discounted meals |
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Din Tai Fung North America
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Full company description
Din Tai Fung (DTF), 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, DTF 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 166 locations in 14 countries worldwide. Since its founding, DTF 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 18 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.
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- Business categories
- Consulting
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- Travel
- Other recorded names
- Din Tai Fung North America
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Din Tai Fung (DTF), 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, DTF was reborn into a humble dumpling and noodle shop in 1972. Today, the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurants |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Arcadia, California |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2000 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
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As a Greeter / Host / Hostess, you are the first friendly face our guests see and help set the tone for the entire dining experience. In this role, you warmly welcome guests, check them in using Din Tai Fung’s text message waiting system, and guide them to their assigned tables.
You help manage the flow of the dining room by seating guests efficiently, supporting smooth table turnover, and helping reduce wait times. With a focus on hospitality and organization, you ensure every guest feels welcomed and taken care of from the moment they arrive.
WHY JOIN DIN TAI FUNG?
Din Tai Fung (DTF) 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: 1132 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS: The first step in our interview process is participating in a required one-way video interview recording. Please note, candidates who do not complete this portion of the interview process will not be able to move forward.
PAY RATE FOR GREETER: $18.25 CAD per hour + Tips
BENEFITS AND PERKS:
- Competitive Pay & Benefits
- Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible roles
- RRSP
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Travel Protection - for emergency medical coverage
- Savings on eyewear, prescriptons, and wellness products
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts through BenefitHub
- Employee Meal Discounts
- Quarterly Wellness Days for eligible roles
- Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!
JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR GREETER:
We are searching for friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Experience preferred but not required
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Positive and Professional Attitude
How to Apply:
After successful completion of an application, you will receive a thank you email confirming your submission. The recruiting team will review your application and follow up with you should your profile align with our hiring needs.
Job offers will also be conditional on provision of satisfactory evidence of the recipient’s legal authority to work in Canada for Din Tai Fung.
Privacy:
Din Tai Fung complies with all applicable privacy laws. Applicant and employee personal information will be collected, retained, used, and disclosed strictly in compliance with the British Columbia Personal Information Protection Act.
A copy of Din Tai Fung’s Privacy Policy applicable to employees and potential employees is available upon request.
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.
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