Sous Chef

1 month ago


New York, United States ilili Restaurants Full time

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 Sous Chef at ilili, you will be working alongside the Executive Chef in planning, organizing, and leading the Kitchen team daily. Must be a dedicated professional with a passion for delivering culinary excellence


Key Responsibilities:


• Assists the Chef de Cuisine with overall kitchen operations including prep kitchen, management of cooks and stewards, expediting prepared foods, staff meal, kitchen sanitation/organization, ordering, and equipment maintenance

• Maintains fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensures products are consistent with company and brand quality standards

• Assists as requested in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring team members; conducting performance appraisals, taking disciplinary action, motivating and training staff

• Sources, orders and controls perishable and non-perishable inventory for kitchen

• Understands and applies business analytics software to understand sales trends for menu planning, inventory control, menu costing, pricing adjustments, and menu decisions

• Physical requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen. Must be able to exert physical effort to lift, pull, and push items up to 50 lbs. Also requires standing/walking/reaching/bending throughout shifts


Ideal Experience:


  • 2+ yrs management experience
  • Fast paced, Fine Dining experience highly preferred
  • Strong communication (verbal and written) in English required, conversational Spanish highly preferred
  • Must be familiar with inventory and costing software programs (i.e. ChefTec, Compeat).
  • Understanding of NYC health department codes and conduct
  • Weekends, nights, and holiday availability is a must
  • Proven record of developing strong BOH teams


As a Member of our team you can expect:


  • Competitive salary + bonus (Starting at $75k annually plus a $6,000 sign on bonus)
  • $100 Monthly Stipend for Wellness Classes.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) to enjoy time away.
  • Quarterly Dining Credit of $450 and 50% Dining Discount.
  • Birthday and Work Anniversary Bonuses.
  • Company paid courses to continue 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 orientation, age, disability or any other classification prescribed under applicable federal, state or local law.


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