Lead Host

Welcome to ilili, the premier institution of Lebanese food culture and hospitality values in the US. Executive Chef and Owner Philippe Massoud has built ilili’s reputation as a culinary go-to destination for elevated Lebanese cuisine. ilili’s restaurants are a vibrant and bustling meeting place where the refinement of neighborhoods meets the generosity of Lebanese hospitality.

As a Lead Host at ilili, you are an ambassador of hospitality who is passionate about providing an exemplary guest experience and making people feel genuinely welcomed while maintaining the highest standards of operation.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all guests and team members feel genuinely welcomed and fundamentally honored.
• Be an advocate of all internal policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs.
• In depth understanding of Reservations Systems (Resy, OpenTable, etc)
• Ability to lead a team of Hosts to maximize guest experience and table occupancy

As a member of our team you can expect:

1. Health Benefits
2. Paid Time Off (PTO) to enjoy time away
3. Transportation Benefits
4. Dining Benefits
5. The support to grow your skillset and your career

Ideal Experience:

• Two years of Hosting experience in a high volume, upscale restaurant preferred
• Critical thinking and problem solving abilities are a must.
• Proven track record of dependability and a passion for hospitality.

ilili Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered on the basis of their ability and job related qualifications and without discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other classification prescribed under applicable federal, state or local law.