Prep Cook

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 Prep Cook at ilili, you are an ambassador of hospitality with a curiosity to explore Lebanese, Levantine, and Middle-Eastern inspired cuisine.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Refer to daily prep list at the start of each shift for assigned duties. Complete all opening and closing duties as assigned 

• Comply consistently with standard portion sizes, preparation methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, and general policies and procedures 

• Maintain a safe and clean work station from start to finish 

• Ensure all food items are properly stored and tagged, date-labeled, covered, and rotated effectively 

• Communicate with other team members and management regarding food items and orders. Promptly reports to management any quality or quantity issues of the product 

• Train new Prep Cooks (as needed) on delivering excellent service while maintaining standard shift responsibilities noted above; such training to occur on-the-job with new Prep 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 1 year 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 

**The compensation for this role falls between NUMBER**  

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. 

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Title:  

Reports to: FOH Operations; General Manager 

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT