Job Summary
We’re looking for an experienced and dependable cook to join the kitchen team at Luna’s. Experience with Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine is preferred, but we’re also open to cooks with a strong kitchen background who are eager to learn.
You’ll be responsible for preparing fresh, consistent dishes, following recipes and portion standards, keeping your station clean and organized, and working with the team to keep service running smoothly.
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their food, works well in a fast-paced kitchen, understands food safety, and can be counted on during busy shifts. If you enjoy cooking, work well with a team, and care about putting out great food, we’d love to hear from you.
Duties
- Prepare and cook menu items according to Luna’s recipes, portion standards, and presentation expectations.
- Work with grills, flat tops, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures.
- Keep your station clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service.
- Handle and store ingredients properly to maintain freshness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Work efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services while maintaining food quality and consistency.
- Assist with daily prep, including meats, vegetables, sauces, salsas, and other menu ingredients.
- Follow proper cooking techniques and ensure food is prepared to the correct temperature and quality.
- Help monitor product levels and communicate when ingredients or supplies are running low.
- Minimize food waste by following recipes, portions, and proper storage procedures.
- Work closely with chefs and the rest of the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.
- Help with opening, closing, cleaning, and restocking duties as needed.
- Experience with Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine is preferred.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or in a similar restaurant kitchen role.
- Experience with Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine is preferred.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
- Strong basic cooking and knife skills, including grilling, sautéing, frying, and food prep.
- Able to follow recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards consistently.
- Good understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling practices.
- Able to keep a clean, organized, and well-stocked station throughout service.
- Works well as part of a team and communicates clearly with chefs and other kitchen staff.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to stay focused during busy lunch and dinner rushes.
- Willing to learn Luna’s recipes, cooking methods, and kitchen standards.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
