Lead Cook

Luna Grill•Long Beach, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Luna Grill, a fast-casual/QSR concept, is looking for Lead Cooks for its new location in Long Beach. 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, Arizona, and Dallas-Fort Worth, with over 50 locations and more planned. This role is for the first team at the new Long Beach location.

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.
Reliable, professional, and able to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead BOH operations during assigned shifts, ensuring food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service.
Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Luna Grill recipes and portion standards.
Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards at all times.
Direct and assist team members during shifts to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor food safety logs and compliance standards.
Coordinate station assignments and support kitchen flow.
Support prep, stocking, and closing duties.
Communicate effectively with leadership and teammates.