DTF RESTAURANTS
JOB TITLE: Inventory Specialist
LOCATION:1132 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
PAY RANGE FOR INVENTORY SPECIALIST: $22.24 - $25.58 CAD /hour
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.
About Us:
DTF is a world-renowned Chinese restaurant specializing in Xiao Long Bao, or soup dumplings. Originally founded in Taiwan as a cooking oil retail business in 1958, DTF was reborn as a steamed dumpling and noodle restaurant in 1972. Since its founding, DTF has been acclaimed for its quality, standardization and service. The Hong Kong branch has been awarded a Michelin star five times. DTF currently has over 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.
We are proud to offer competitive wages, hands-on training, extended health benefits, referral programs, and the opportunity to work at a world-class restaurant. We provide strong internal growth opportunities.
JOB PURPOSE:
The position is designed to assist with all tasks associated with ordering, receiving, inventory, and organization of the restaurant, from the managers to reduce admin time and allocating that responsibility to an hourly team member. This will free up managers from being pulled off the shift for admin work and instead allow them to stay locked into the operation during business hours. Managers will still review the orders before being submitted to ensure accuracy and par levels until the supervisor is self-sufficient.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventory counts of food, supplies, and other stock items.
• Accurately enter inventory data into the restaurant management system.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies in inventory counts and report findings to management.
• Track and report inventory variances, waste, and usage patterns.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventory counts of food, supplies, and other stock items.
• Place all food and supply orders, maintaining the required par levels of dry goods and perishables, ensuring product availability.
• Receive and inspect deliveries, ensuring items meet DTF Brand Standards and align with details on the invoice.
• Properly store and organize all deliveries, maintaining clean and orderly storage areas.
• Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO) using date stickers and labeling systems.
• Follow up with vendors regarding product issues, shortages, mispicks, and any other discrepancies.
• Reconcile delivery receipts against purchase orders and invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support inventory and kitchen operations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR INVENTORY SPECIALIST:

• Positive and professional attitude.
• Perform job functions with minimal supervision, attention to detail, accuracy, and speed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with vendors and internal teams.
• Knowledge of food safety, storage requirements, and stock rotation best practices (e.g., FIFO).
• Strong computer skills, including written communication, data entry, and reporting.
• Proficient in using email and Google Workspace.
• Basic understanding of food cost management, waste tracking, and par stock maintenance.
• Proficient in inventory management software and restaurant management systems.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (50lbs), frequently twist and bend, and handle a large physical workload.

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.
Working Schedule:

• Number of Days: Must be available for 6 shifts per week
• Weekend Availability: Required
• Shifts: Day shift

BENEFITS FOR INVENTORY SPECIALIST:

• Extended health benefits
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• RRSP
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

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 be conditional on successful completion of a background check, which may include a criminal record check. Recipients of a conditional job offer will be required to consent to such a background check. All background checks and criminal record checks will be conducted in strict accordance with applicable laws. DTF will not discriminate on the basis of any ground protected in applicable employment legislation, including but not limited to, in British Columbia, criminal or summary conviction unrelated to the intended employment.
Job offers will also be conditional on provision of satisfactory evidence of the recipients legal authority to work in Canada for DTF.
Privacy
DTF 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 DTFs Privacy Policy applicable to employees and potential employees is available upon request.
Accommodation
DTF complies with all applicable human rights laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required. If you require an accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].