Lead Cook - San Clemente

Luna Grill•San Clemente, CA

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Luna Grill, a fast casual/QSR concept, is looking for LEAD COOKS for its new location in San Clemente. The company emphasizes an inspirational, people-first culture with opportunities for growth. Luna Grill has been serving fresh Mediterranean food for over 20 years and is expanding its presence in Southern California. This role involves leading Back of House (BOH) operations during assigned shifts, ensuring food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service. It combines hands-on cooking with shift leadership, including training team members, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and maintaining compliance with company standards.

Requirements

2+ 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

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) 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 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