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This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining the brand’s high standards.\nType of position:\nFull-time\nPart-time\n\nReporting to:\nCulinary Manager\nHours: 20-40 hours/week\nExempt\nNonexempt\n\nDuties & Responsibilities\nPrimary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:\nPrepare dough, fillings, and other components following standardized recipes and procedures.\nHand-fold dumplings and soup dumplings to meet Ugly Dumpling’s quality and presentation standards.\nOperate production equipment, including mixers, steamers, and cutters, safely and efficiently.\nMonitor the quality and consistency of ingredients and finished products during production.\nFollow all food safety protocols, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients.\nMaintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift.\nSanitize equipment, tools, and production surfaces regularly to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.\nWork efficiently to meet daily production quotas while minimizing waste.\nCommunicate effectively with team members and management to ensure seamless operations.\nAssist with inventory management, including monitoring ingredient levels and reporting shortages.\nSupport other team members during peak production periods or special events.\nParticipate in training sessions to refine skills and stay updated on company procedures.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nEssential Functions\nPrevious experience in food production or kitchen prep is preferred but not required.\nStrong manual dexterity and attention to detail for hand-folding dumplings and bao.\nAbility to follow recipes and procedures consistently.\nUnderstanding of food safety and sanitation practices.\nWillingness to learn and adapt to new techniques or equipment.\nTeam-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.\nPhysical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.\n\nUgly Dumpling fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or any other legally protected status.","company":"Ugly Dumpling","rawCompany":"ugly dumpling","city":"Hamden","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:18:40.643Z","occupations":[{"code":"35-2021.00","title":"Food Preparation Workers","slug":"food-preparation-workers"},{"code":"35-9099.00","title":"Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other","slug":"food-preparation-and-serving-related-workers-all-other"},{"code":"35-2019.00","title":"Cooks, All Other","slug":"cooks-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"311991","title":"Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing","slug":"perishable-prepared-food-manufacturing"},{"code":"311999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-food-manufacturing"},{"code":"722513","title":"Limited-Service Restaurants","slug":"limited-service-restaurants"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Dumpling Makers/Prep","description":"Production team members (dumpling makers/prep) is responsible for crafting high-quality dumplings and bao from scratch, ensuring consistency, precision, and efficiency in production. 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