Dining Room Manager

Ililinyc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ilili, a premier Lebanese culinary destination in NYC, is seeking a Restaurant Manager for its flagship location. The role involves overseeing daily operations, leading staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences in a vibrant dining environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive dining management experience and be passionate about hospitality.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Transportation Benefits

Dining Benefits

Career growth support

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Dining Room Management in upscale to fine dining.
• Proven track record in managing teams in high volume settings.
• Experience in training strong FOH teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of an upscale dining restaurant.
• Guide and empower FOH staff during service.
• Train staff and enforce best practices.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or Culinary

Job description

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 Restaurant Manager at ilili, you will be helping to lead our service and hospitality team for our flagship location in Nomad, NYC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work under the direction of the General Manager to manage daily operations of upscale dining restaurant
• Lead by example to guide and empower the FOH staff on the floor, maintaining a hands-on presence throughout each service
• Schedule and appoint tasks and responsibilities to staff as directed by the GM
• Train and enforce ilili best practices and policies
• Offer and inspire exemplary guest service
• Other responsibilities to ensure ease of operations

Ideal Experience:

• 2-3 years of Dining Room Management in an upscale to fine dining, high volume NYC restaurant
• Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or Culinary a plus but not required
• Proven track record of successfully managing team members and the guest experience in high volume settings
• Excellent communication skills
• A quick thinker who enjoys problem-solving
• Experience in training strong FOH teams

As a Member of our team you can expect:

• Health & Wellness Benefits
• 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 $75,000-85,000/yr + bonus**

$5K Sign-On Bonus after 90 days.

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.