Barista

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 Barista/Bathroom Attendant at ilili, you will work as an integral part of the service team, dedicated to providing guests with the most impeccable, accurate, and courteous service possible. You will strive to prepare excellent beverages to guests and play a large role in keeping a clean environment within the restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve authentic coffee, espresso, and teas for guests throughout service
• Oversee the cleanliness of the guest bathrooms , including refilling toilet paper and hand towels, emptying trash bins, sweeping and moping floors as needed, and cleaning mirrors and sinks regularly
• Setup coffee station before service. Restock all products at the start of each shift and throughout as product is used
• Clean and sanitize work areas in accordance with required health and sanitation standards
• Communicate any equipment problems to the management team in a timely manner
• Maintain a calm demeanor during peak busy periods
• Train new Baristas (as needed) on delivering excellent service while maintaining standard shift responsibilities noted above; such training to occur on-the-job with new team members 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:

• 1+ year of barista experience on a manual espresso machine preferred
• Knowledge and an enthusiasm for coffee, tea, and drink preparation
• Basic English language skills. Should be comfortable communicating in English with other team members
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and place items up to 30 lbs. Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• 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 $18-19/hr **

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.