Shift Leader

Luna Grill; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + Team TipPool

Free Healthy Shift Meals

Flexible Scheduling

Recognition, Rewards & Referral Bonuse

Team Member Discounts

Growth & promotion opportunities

Job summary

Luna Grill in Chula Vista is seeking a hands-on Shift Leader to guide a fast-paced team on the floor, ensure guest moments, and keep operations running smoothly as we open our new location.

You will lead by example, handle daily tasks, collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house, and mentor teammates. Must have 2+ years supervisory experience in high-volume restaurants and be 18+.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant supervisory or leadership experience in a high-volume or fast casual environment
• Must be 18 years or older
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the shift, serving guests and supporting your team.
• Handle daily operations, guest satisfaction, and team deployment.
• Oversee front-of-house operations to maintain a clean, welcoming environment.
• Deliver exceptional hospitality and promptly resolve guest issues.
• Coach and motivate team members and track shift performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Hey CHULA VISTA -We're Headed Your Way!
New Location, Proven Brand - Be part of the first team for our Chula Vista Location!
Luna Grill, a fast casual/QSR concept, is looking for energetic and hands-on Shift Leaders to inspire teams, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and keep our restaurants running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for those who love leading from the floor - not behind a desk.

We are a really (really) cool company to work for-we take pride in our inspirational culture, being a true people first workplace, and providing opportunities for growth.

For over 20 years, we've served fresh, feel-good Mediterranean food in Southern California, Arizona and Dallas-Fort Worth (50+ locations and counting). Now, we're expanding our SD footprint - and we're looking for youto help launch our up-and-coming location in Chula Vista and bring our flavors to life.

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.

• Competitive hourly rate + Team Tip Pool (compensation varies by region and market)
• Free Healthy Shift Meals
• Flexible Scheduling
• Recognition, Rewards & Referral Bonuses
• Team Member Discounts
• Growth & promotion opportunities as we expand

What You'll Do

As a Shift Leader, you'll set the tone for the shift - leading your team, creating great guest moments, and ensuring every shift runs like clockwork.

• Lead by example while serving guests and supporting your team.
• Act as the person in charge;handle daily operations, guest satisfaction, and team deployment.
• Oversee front-of-house operations, ensuring a clean, efficient, and welcoming environment.
• Deliver exceptional hospitality, resolve guest issues promptly, and make every visit a great experience.
• Coach and motivate team members in real time to uphold Luna Grill's standards.
• Support with inventory counts, shift recaps, and basic administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain service flow and food quality.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, sanitation, and labor policies.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for leaders who thrive in fast-paced, people-centered environments:

• 2+ years of restaurant supervisory or leadership role in a high volume or fast casual environment required
• Must be 18 years or older
• Strong communicator and problem solver
• Hands-on leader who leads by example
• Excellent at multitasking, organizing, and coaching under pressure
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Why Join Luna Grill?
We're not your typical restaurant gig. At Luna Grill, we're all about real food, real people, and real growth. We've built a culture that’s team-focused, values-driven, and genuinely fun to be a part of. We care about what we serve, who we serve it with—and we're bringing that energy to Chula Vista.

If you're ready to lead, grow, and be part of something fresh (literally and figuratively), let's talk.

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 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.