About WINNER
WINNER is a Brooklyn-based hospitality group with a focus on thoughtful, high-quality food and genuine hospitality. From our bustling 7th Avenue café to our beloved Prospect Park kiosk, we’re dedicated to creating spaces that feel warm, community-driven, and deliciously consistent.
We’re looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our team at WINNER, helping oversee and optimize daily kitchen operations across our Park Slope and Park locations. This is a hands-on, leadership-focused role for someone who thrives in an organized, fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong systems and teams.
What You’ll Do
- Own kitchen operations – manage purchasing, inventory, production, and scheduling.
- Lead consistency efforts – ensure every dish, pastry, and prepared item meets WINNER’s quality standards.
- Streamline systems – refine and maintain standardized recipes, prep methods, and SOPs using KitchenSync and MarginEdge.
- Oversee production – build and adjust prep schedules aligned with sales data, and seasonal menus.
- Manage quality and safety – uphold DOH standards, monitor food quality, and maintain a safe, clean kitchen environment.
- Collaborate across teams – communicate closely with chefs, front-of-house, and the catering teams to ensure smooth service and efficient transfers.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum 2 years of experience in a kitchen management or lead culinary roleStrong understanding of inventory, cost control, and schedulingProven ability to streamline operations and manage multiple prioritiesExcellent communication and team leadership skills, Spanish proficiency a plusFamiliarity with restaurant management tools such as MarginEdge, KitchenSync, Toast, or similar systems a plusA genuine love for good food, great systems, and supporting a teamSuccess in This Role Looks Like
Consistent, high-quality production across locationsAccurate inventory and reduced wasteSmooth day-to-day operations that empower the culinary teamMeasurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost controlWhy You’ll Love Working With Us
A passionate, collaborative team that values hospitality and craftOpportunities for growth within a growing hospitality group25% employee discount at all WINNER locationsParticipation in commuter and health benefits, paid sick leave, and retirement fund