Lead Cook at Luna Grill

La Cañada Flintridge, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Leadership, Production Oversight, Team Coaching, Food Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance, Speed of Service, Training Team Members, Food Safety Logs, Station Coordination, Recipe Adherence, Equipment Operation, Sanitation Standards, Workstation Maintenance, Team Direction, Effective Communication, High-Volume Experience

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Join Our Team as a Lead Cook Opportunities in California, Texas & Arizona Are you ready to be the backbone of our kitchen? At Luna Grill, we’re looking for Lead Cooks to oversee production, coach the team, and ensure seamless kitchen operations while upholding our quality and consistency. Step up and lead with expertise and energy. Locations & Pay (compensation varies by region and market) California – LA • Orange County • San Diego • Inland Empire $17.00–$21.00/hr (up to $23.00/hr with tips) Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth $13.00–$16.00/hr (up to $19.00/hr with tips) Arizona – Mesa $18.00–$20.00/hr (up to $23.00/hr with tips) Why You’ll Love Luna Grill We’re not your typical restaurant gig — we’re a people-first brand with real food and real opportunities. Flexible Scheduling for work-life balance Career Growth Opportunities – we promote from within! Tip Pool Participation – all team members share in the tips Free Healthy Shift Meal Referral Bonus Program Recognition & Rewards for performance and teamwork Luna Grill Employee Discounts and more! A people-first culture where teamwork, respect, and hospitality come first What You’ll Do As a Luna Grill Lead Cook, you’ll be leading BOH operations during assigned shifts while ensuring food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service. This position combines hands-on cooking with shift leadership responsibilities such as training team members, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and maintaining compliance with Luna Grill standards. Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Luna Grill recipes and portion standards Operate grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards always Set up, organize, and maintain a clean workstation throughout the shift Support the kitchen team with prep, stocking, and closing duties Direct and assist team members during shifts to ensure smooth operations Communicate effectively with leadership and teammates to keep service running efficiently Assist with dishwashing, kitchen maintenance and other tasks as needed What we’re looking for: 1+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume or fast-casual environment required Strong understanding of food prep, portion control, and recipe consistency Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices Positive, dependable team player who thrives under pressure Must be 18 years or older Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation Reliable, professional, and able to communicate clearly Able to work productively with minimal supervision High School Diploma or GED preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Who We Are We’re Lunatics — devoted to maintaining high standards through culture, teamwork, and training. At Luna Grill, people are our #1 priority. We believe in cultivating talent, leading by example, and creating REAL experiences for both our guests and our team members. Come grow with us — and help turn every meal into a moment worth remembering. Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. E-Verify checks information provided on an employee’s Form I-9 electronically against records contained in DHS and SSA databases. Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Lead Cook will be responsible for leading Back of House operations during assigned shifts, ensuring high food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service. This involves hands-on cooking combined with shift leadership duties like training staff, monitoring safety logs, and coordinating station assignments.