Lead Cook

Luna Grill•Stevenson Ranch, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Luna Grill is hiring Lead Cooks in California, Texas, and Arizona. Lead Cooks oversee back-of-house operations during assigned shifts while maintaining food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service. The position combines hands-on cooking with shift leadership, including training team members, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and ensuring compliance with Luna Grill standards. The role involves preparing and plating menu items, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining a clean and safe workstation, supporting prep and closing duties, and directing and assisting team members. Lead Cooks communicate with leadership and teammates to keep service running efficiently and help establish a culture of teamwork, quality, and food safety. Pay varies by location: California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and Inland Empire) pays $20.50 per hour, up to $24.00 with tips; Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, pays $14.00–$16.00 per hour, up to $19.00 with tips; and Mesa, Arizona, pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour, up to $23.00 with tips.

Requirements

At least 1 year of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume or fast-casual environment.
Strong understanding of food preparation, portion control, and recipe consistency.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices.
Positive, dependable team player who thrives under pressure.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation.
Reliable and professional, with clear communication skills.
Ability to work productively with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

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.
Set up, organize, and maintain a clean workstation throughout the shift.
Support the kitchen team with preparation, 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.
Train team members, monitor food safety logs, and coordinate station assignments.