Kitchen Manager

Luna Grill • Dana Point, CA

7d

About The Position

Luna Grill is hiring hands-on Kitchen Managers for opportunities in California, Texas, and Arizona. This is a working leadership role in a fast-casual kitchen: managers work alongside their teams on the line, cooking, coaching, and solving problems during service while maintaining standards for speed, food quality, and hospitality. The role includes team development, kitchen operations, food safety, inventory and cost management, and compliance with labor and safety policies. The position follows a 50-hour workweek with guaranteed overtime; compensation varies by region and market.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of restaurant or back-of-house experience in a fast-casual or quick-service environment.
• Management experience required.
• Comfort working the line daily alongside the team; this is not a desk-bound or banquet-style leadership role.
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• High standards for food quality, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and lead under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Dayforce, Sysco, or similar systems.
• Food Handler or ServSafe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor back-of-house team members, including new hires, by working alongside them.
• Assign shifts, stations, and daily tasks to keep kitchen operations moving.
• Coach performance, provide real-time feedback, and support corrective actions.
• Foster a positive, professional, safety-focused kitchen culture.
• Lead and participate in team meetings and training sessions.
• Work at kitchen stations such as the grill, flattop, fryer, and line to maintain quality and speed during peak service.
• Ensure plates meet Luna Grill standards.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• Complete required audits, logs, and operational checklists.
• Support catering orders, special events, and operational planning.
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and product rotation using FIFO.
• Control food and labor costs through planning and execution.
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, meal and rest breaks, and safety policies.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with guaranteed overtime for a 50-hour workweek; compensation varies by region and market.
• Quarterly performance bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) eligibility.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed