What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager position at DOUBLES | New York?
KITCHEN MANAGER
DOUBLES | Brooklyn Heights, NYC
ABOUT DOUBLES
DOUBLES is growing, and we're hiring for the upcoming opening of our newest location in Brooklyn Heights!With established locations in Amagansett and Sag Harbor, DOUBLES brings Caribbean-inspired fare and warm, neighborhood hospitality to the communities we serve. We're building a team of thoughtful, hardworking individuals who take pride in what they do, support one another, and enjoy making people feel welcome.
THE ROLE
We're looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to help lead our Brooklyn Heights kitchen. Working closely with the Director of Operations, you'll oversee daily kitchen operations, support and train staff, and ensure that every dish meets our standards for quality and consistency.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead daily kitchen operations, including opening and closing procedures.
- Prepare and execute menu items while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Train and support kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and organized work environment.
- Oversee inventory, purchasing, ordering, and waste reduction.
- Partner with the Director of Operations to meet food cost and labor budget goals through effective purchasing, inventory management, scheduling, and waste reduction.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.
- Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, cooking techniques, and food preparation.
- Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and cost control.
- Ability to lead, train, and support a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of NYC Department of Health food safety and sanitation requirements.
- NYC Food Protection Certificate.
JOIN OUR TEAM
If you enjoy working with good people, take pride in your craft, and want to be part of opening a new neighborhood restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply: Send your resume to infobk@doublesny.com