Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
As a Line Cook at ilili, you are an ambassador of hospitality with a curiosity to explore Lebanese, Levantine, and Middle Eastern inspired cuisine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setup and stock stations with all necessary supplies
- Master all recipes from prep to plate
- Comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
- Ensure appropriate health and safety standards and best practices
- Clean food preparation areas and properly take care of any leftover food
- Handle, store, and rotate all ingredients as needed
- Verify that prepared food quality is up so standard of quality expected
- Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fryers, or griddles
- Prepare all food orders in a timely manner as delegated by the expeditor
- Communicate with other team members and management regarding food items and orders
- Train new Line Cooks (as needed) on delivering excellent service while maintaining standard shift responsibilities noted above; such training to occur on-the-job with new Line Cooks shadowing you as you perform your key responsibilities
- Assist fellow team members as needed to ensure seamless customer experience
As a member of our team you should have:
- A minimum of 2 years experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Ability to communicate clearly with Managers, kitchen team, and FOH staff
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach for up to 9 hours and up to 40 lbs
- A strong attention to detail, organization, and elevated sense-of-urgency
- Proven track record of dependability and a passion for hospitality
- Flexible availability: weekends, nights, and holiday availability is a must!
As a member of our team you can expect:
- Health, dental, and vision benefits based on eligibility requirements
- Paid Time Off (PTO) to enjoy time away
- Transportation benefits
- Dining benefits
- The support to grow your skillset and your career
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/gender orientation, age, disability or any other classification prescribed under applicable federal, state or local law.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $25.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits
Required Skills
Teamwork
Time Management
Adaptability
Problem Solving
Customer Service Orientation
Multitasking
Stress Management
Training and Mentoring
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Part of ilili
Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, ilili Midtown offers a modern take on Mediterranean dining, rooted in the vibrant flavors of the Levant.
As the newest evolution of the acclaimed ilili brand, this stylish destination blends tradition with innovation, introducing a refined emphasis on seafood while preserving ilili’s signature mezza experience and beloved classics.
Guests can expect an elegant yet inviting atmosphere, ideal for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings, including private events in dedicated dining spaces. The menu features high-quality, locally sourced seafood prepared with Mediterranean flair, complemented by a curated wine list highlighting Levantine and international selections, and creative cocktails infused with Middle Eastern ingredients.
At ilili Midtown, culinary heritage meets contemporary creativity, delivering a dining experience that is both timeless and new.
