Rewards Specialist II

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.

Din Tai Fung is a globally celebrated culinary destination known for its world‑renowned Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings), meticulous craftsmanship, and exceptional guest experience. What began as a small cooking oil shop in Taiwan in 1958, founded by Bing‑Yi Yang and Pen‑Mei Lai, evolved into a modest dumpling and noodle house in 1972, and has since grew into an iconic, family‑owned restaurant brand.

With more than 170 locations across 13 countries, Din Tai Fung has earned international acclaim and Michelin recognition, all while remaining rooted in its founding values: excellence in food, service, and ambiance.

Din Tai Fung entered the North American market in 2000 with its first U.S. location in Arcadia, California, and today operates 20 locations across the region. Each restaurant offers an elevated yet welcoming experience, bringing people together through authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and a deep appreciation of cultural heritage.

At Din Tai Fung, every dish tells a story, and every team member plays a vital role in delivering first‑class dining experiences that guests remember long after the last bite.

• 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 Benefit Hub
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work‑life balance (accrued based on length of service)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
• Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
• Bonus Eligible
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within

The Total Rewards Specialist II is responsible for administering, executing, and continuously improving Din Tai Fung’s total rewards programs, including compensation, incentives, and benefits. This role partners closely with People & Culture, Finance, People Technology, and external vendors to ensure programs are compliant, competitive, and clearly understood by team members and leaders. The Specialist plays a critical role in translating Total Rewards strategy into day‑to‑day execution by supporting performance cycles, incentive programs, job architecture, pay equity analyses, and rewards‑related education.

This role ensures operational excellence, data integrity, and consistent program delivery while providing insights and recommendations to the Total Rewards Leader to support business objectives and talent engagement.

• Administer short‑ and long‑term incentive programs, including processing changes, tracking eligibility, and supporting payouts.
• Administer relocation programs and manage vendor relationships.
• Support annual and off‑cycle performance and compensation cycles through reporting, data validation and system updates.
• Maintain compensation modules in the HRM/People Technology system to ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity.
• Conduct annual pay equity analyses annually and prepare summary reports for leadership.
• Generate regular reporting and metrics to support decision‑making and program effectiveness.
• Partner with HRBPs, Finance, and department leaders to ensure programs are executed consistently and understood across the organization.

• Ensure compliance with FLSA and compensation policies.
• Conduct periodic audits of rewards programs to ensure compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in compensation, incentive, and benefits administration.
• Recommend enhancements to programs and processes based on audit results, trends, and industry best practices.

• Maintain job…