Lead Cook

Luna Grill•Buena Park, CA

10d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Luna Grill is hiring Lead Cooks in California, Texas, and Arizona to oversee kitchen production and lead back-of-house operations during assigned shifts. The position combines hands-on cooking with shift leadership, including coaching team members and helping ensure food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service while following Luna Grill standards. Compensation varies by region and market: California locations pay $20.50 per hour, up to $24.00 per hour with tips; Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, pays $14.00–$16.00 per hour, up to $19.00 per hour with tips; and Mesa, Arizona, pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour, up to $23.00 per hour with tips. Lead Cooks prepare and plate menu items to recipe and portion standards, operate kitchen equipment safely, maintain clean workstations and sanitation standards, and support prep, stocking, dishwashing, maintenance, and closing duties. They also direct and assist team members, coordinate kitchen operations, and communicate with leadership and teammates to keep service running efficiently. Luna Grill describes itself as a people-first brand focused on culture, standards, teamwork, respect, and hospitality, with opportunities for career growth and promotion from within. The company participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer.

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 18 years or older.
Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation.
Reliable and professional, with clear communication skills.
Able 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.
Monitor food safety logs and coordinate station assignments as part of shift leadership responsibilities.
Train and coach team members while helping maintain Luna Grill standards.