Lead Cook | Lead, Coach & Elevate a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Luna Grill; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling for work-life BAL

Career Growth Opportunities

Tip Pool Participation

Free Healthy Shift Meal

Referral Bonus Program

Recognition & Rewards

Employee Discounts

People-first culture

Job summary

Luna Grill is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee BOH operations, coach the team, and ensure quality and consistency across shifts. You will lead with expertise, balance speed and accuracy, and uphold Luna Grill standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include training teammates, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and maintaining compliant operations while delivering great guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume or fast-casual environment.
• 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.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation.
• Reliable, professional, and able to communicate clearly.
• Able to work productively with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) 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 always.
• Set up, organize, and maintain a clean workstation throughout the shift.
• Support the kitchen team with prep, 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.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Team coaching

High-volume environment

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ovens

Job description

Luna Grill is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee BOH operations, coach the team, and ensure quality and consistency across shifts. You will lead with expertise, balance speed and accuracy, and uphold Luna Grill standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include training teammates, monitoring food safety logs, coordinating station assignments, and maintaining compliant operations while delivering great guest experiences.