Lead Cook: High-Impact Kitchen Leader with Tips

Luna Grill; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth Opportunities

Tip Pool Participation

Free Healthy Shift Meal

Referral Bonus Program

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Luna Grill Lead Cook role overseeing BOH operations during shifts, ensuring food quality, safety, and speed of service. You will train team members, monitor food safety logs, and coordinate station assignments to uphold Luna Grill standards.

The position requires hands-on cooking with leadership duties, including supervising teammates and maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen workspace throughout each shift.

Qualifications

• 1+ 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.

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.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Team player under pressure

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Luna Grill Lead Cook role overseeing BOH operations during shifts, ensuring food quality, safety, and speed of service. You will train team members, monitor food safety logs, and coordinate station assignments to uphold Luna Grill standards.

The position requires hands-on cooking with leadership duties, including supervising teammates and maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen workspace throughout each shift.