Lead Cook

Join Our Team as a Lead CookOpportunities in California, Texas & ArizonaAre you ready to be the backbone of our kitchen? At Luna Grill, we're looking for Lead Cooks to oversee production, coach the team, and ensure seamless kitchen operations while upholding our quality and consistency. Step up and lead with expertise and energy.Locations & Pay (compensation varies by region and market)California – LA • Orange County • San Diego • Inland Empire $20.50/hr (up to $24.00/hr with tips)Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth $14.00–$16.00/hr (up to $19.00/hr with tips)Arizona – Mesa $18.00–$20.00/hr (up to $23.00/hr with tips)Why You'll Love Luna GrillWe're not your typical restaurant gig — we're a people-first brand with real food and real opportunities.Flexible Scheduling for work-life balanceCareer Growth Opportunities – we promote from within!Tip Pool Participation – all team members share in the tipsFree Healthy Shift MealReferral Bonus ProgramRecognition & Rewards for performance and teamworkLuna Grill Employee Discounts and more!A people-first culture where teamwork, respect, and hospitality come firstWhat You'll DoAs a Luna Grill Lead Cook, you'll be leading BOH operations during assigned shifts while ensuring food quality, safety, accuracy, and speed of service. This position combines hands-on cooking with shift leadership responsibilities such as training team members, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and maintaining compliance with Luna Grill standards.Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Luna Grill recipes and portion standardsOperate grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficientlyMaintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards alwaysSet up, organize, and maintain a clean workstation throughout the shiftSupport the kitchen team with prep, stocking, and closing dutiesDirect and assist team members during shifts to ensure smooth operationsCommunicate effectively with leadership and teammates to keep service running efficientlyAssist with dishwashing, kitchen maintenance and other tasks as neededWhat we're looking for:1+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume or fast-casual environment requiredStrong understanding of food prep, portion control, and recipe consistencyKnowledge of food safety and sanitation best practicesPositive, dependable team player who thrives under pressureMust be 18 years or olderStrong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitationReliable, professional, and able to communicate clearlyAble to work productively with minimal supervisionHigh School Diploma or GED preferredBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusWho We AreWe are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork, where people come first. You will not just be working a station. You will be setting the pace for the kitchen, keeping food safety and quality on track, and helping the cooks around you get better every shift, while still cooking yourself.Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions. Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.