Cook

Luna Grill; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Tip Pool Participation

Free Shift Meal

Referral Bonus

Recognition & Rewards

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Luna Grill is hiring a Line Cook in Santa Barbara, CA. Join a fast-paced, team-focused kitchen where your role is to craft fresh, flavorful dishes and uphold high standards. We offer opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work culture.

As a Luna Grill Line Cook, you will prep, cook, plate according to recipes, maintain clean stations, and collaborate with chefs and front-of-house to deliver excellent service across California locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year kitchen experience in high-volume or fast-casual env.
• Strong knowledge 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; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Luna Grill recipes and standards.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation throughout shift.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Support kitchen team with prep, stocking, and closing duties.
• Communicate with team and leadership to keep service running smoothly.
• Assist with dishwashing, kitchen maintenance and other tasks as needed.

Skills

Kitchen experience

High-volume

Fast-casual

Food prep

Portion control

Recipe consistency

Food safety

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team player

Job description

3925 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 9:59 AM

Join Our Team as a Line Cook!

Opportunities in California, Texas & Arizona
Are you ready to cook with passion and precision? At Luna Grill, we’re looking for dedicated Line Cooks to craft fresh, flavorful dishes, support the kitchen team, and ensure every plate leaves the kitchen with excellence. This is your opportunity to shine in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Locations & Pay (compensation varies by region and market)

California – LA, Orange County, San Diego, Inland Empire
$20.00/hr (up to $24.00/hr with tips)

Texas – Dallas/Fort Worth
$13.50–$15.50/hr (up to $18.00/hr with tips)

Arizona – Mesa
$15.50–$17.50/hr (up to $20.00/hr with tips)

Why You’ll Love Luna Grill

We’re not your typical restaurant gig — we’re a people-first brand with real food and real opportunities.

• Flexible Scheduling for work-life balance
• Career Growth Opportunities – we promote from within!
• Tip Pool Participation – all team members share in the tips
• Free Healthy Shift Meal
• Referral Bonus Program
• Recognition & Rewards for performance and teamwork
• Luna Grill Employee Discounts and more!
• A people-first culture where teamwork, respect, and hospitality come first

What You’ll Do

As a Luna Grill Line Cook, you’ll be the heart of the kitchen — crafting fresh, high-quality dishes and ensuring every plate meets our high standards.

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Luna Grill recipes and portion standards
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation throughout the shift
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards at all times
• Support the kitchen team with prep, stocking, and closing duties
• Communicate effectively with your team and leadership to keep service running smoothly
• Assist with dishwashing, kitchen maintenance and other tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year kitchen 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
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Who We Are

We’re Lunatics — devoted to maintaining high standards through culture, teamwork, and training.
At Luna Grill, people are our #1 priority. We believe in cultivating talent, leading by example, and creating REAL experiences for both our guests and our team members.

Come grow with us — and help turn every meal into a moment worth remembering.

Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions.

E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. E-Verify checks information provided on an employee’s Form I-9 electronically against records contained in DHS and SSA databases.

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 is an long standing policy of providing a work environment that respect 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.

3925 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA