DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS
Job Title: Sr. Compensation Analyst
Compensation: $117,000 - $145,000 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 Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for executing compensation strategies and pay programs in the Company. This position supports business objectives while maintaining compliance with wage and hour regulations in North America. This role ensures our survey data is up to date, analyzes internal pay data and salary structures, and evaluates positions for career leveling and benchmarking. The position must partner well with key stakeholders including department leaders, learning, and communications teams to effectively roll out compensation programs. The senior compensation analyst stays current on industry trends and best practices and ensures our programs are compliant and able to attract and retain talent in a competitive labor market.
Responsibilities:
Compensation Strategy Execution
Conduct data analysis for pay components (including tips) to ensure rates are competitive
Responsible for salary survey participation (Mercer, WorldatWork, etc.), maintaining updated survey and census data in MarketPay
Evaluates career leveling, benchmarking and salary grade assignment
Maintain salary structures ensuring alignment with total rewards strategy
Provide posting ranges to TA, review offers and provide recs on base and bonus
Calculate and analyze the impact of tips on overall pay
Utilize tipping models created by finance to evaluate the fairness and effectiveness of tip pooling
Provide insights and inform compensation strategy for tipped positions (e.g., adjusting base wages, reevaluating bonus plans).
Ensure compensation practices comply with relevant laws and regulations
Program Processing
General
Maintain templates: pay changes, promotions, bonus, etc.
Support development and maintenance of job description library / repository
Bonus
Partner with Finance to verify accuracy of calculations, and share Ops quarterly bonus notice with leaders to communicate
Create and share RSC and Ops bonus notice annually
Create total compensation statements annually for bonus eligible team members
Auditing / Process Improvement
Ensure range/structure info is available for users HRBP for roles they support
Perform pay equity analysis annually and provide initial recommendations
Audit jobs for content and work with leaders to understand jobs to ensure job descriptions reflect responsibilities, duties, and requirements.
Year-End Process
Be able to manage the CompPlanning process from beginning to end. This includes project planning, stakeholder management, training, implementation, and communications.
Provide configuration requirements for CompPlanning to the HRIS Leader in preparation of year-end Comp Planning (including bonus)
Responsible for maintaining data integrity inside the CompPlanning tool working closely with HRT to upload the data into the HRIS, and to ensure a timely payroll for increases and payouts
Partner w/ L&D to create training materials. Partner with communications regarding intersection of perf mgmt and comp planning on timing and implementation.
Other:
Help manage mobility program, STAs and/or LTA and manage any requested exceptions to policy for needed positions
Severance Related // Calculate severance costs, draft notification letters, severance agreements, and manage outplacement with vendor
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) preferred in business or finance, or equivalent experience
7-10 years of working experience in Compensation or Human Resources
Thorough knowledge of and experience with pay structures / plan designs including pertinent federal and state regulations
More than three years of demonstrated ability in compensation consulting, program design and implementation
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; ability to multi-task and deal with shifting priorities and ambiguity
Proficient in HR systems, Google Suite, MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel
Ability to work with critical information and maintain confidentiality
Preferred Requirements:
World at Work Certified Professional (CCP) and/or Global Remuneration Program (GRP) Certification
Experience with tipping models and analysis of total compensation (that includes tips)
Sophisticated interpersonal skills, communication, and organizational skills
Excellent planning and prioritization, problem solving, and business partnering skills
Ability to resolve issues and maintain healthy working relationships at all levels, inside and outside the company
Ability to influence and successfully implement organizational changes
Experience in hospitality or restaurant industry
Familiarity with Canadian employment law
Essential Functions:
Conduct market analysis and benchmarking
Job evaluation to include career leveling, and assignment of appropriate pay grades
Provide guidance on both internal and external offers for leaders, and talent acquisition
Administer pay programs - including developing and maintaining pay structures / ranges, and managing bonus programs
Model compensation budgets for annual planning and forecast the financial impact of compensation changes
Support merit increase and bonus planning processes
Must be flexible, collaborative, and have a can-do attitude to support the team and Company be successful.
Special Requirements:
Physical demands include sitting or standing in front of a computer screen/ monitor. Frequent use of a keyboard and mouse. Hybrid position. Some travel, as needed.
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.