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≈ $87k – $163k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (La Quinta)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 28, 2026.

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Luna Grill is a fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain headquartered in San Diego, California, serving made-to-order kabobs, plates, salads and bowls. Opened in 2004 by co-founder Sean Pourteymour and his wife Maria, it has grown to more than 60 restaurants across California, Texas and Arizona and offers catering, online ordering and the Club Luna rewards program. It hires cooks and lead cooks, shift leaders, kitchen managers, assistant, bench and full general managers, along with supply chain management staff.

Join Our Team as a Bench General Manager

Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? As a Bench General Manager, you’ll step into a high-impact leadership role supporting multiple locations, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across the board.

If you’re hands-on, adaptable, and passionate about developing people while delivering exceptional guest experiences — we want to meet you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive hourly rate + guaranteed overtime (50-hour workweek) (compensation varies by region and market)

Quarterly bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leave

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonuses

What You’ll Do

Lead and oversee daily operations at assigned restaurant locations

Serve as Acting General Manager when needed and support multiple restaurants

Drive operational excellence in food quality, cleanliness, safety, and hospitality

Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams and future leaders

Build a strong leadership pipeline by mentoring AGMs, Shift Leaders, and Team Members

Own operational execution including opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures

Be the final decision-maker on escalated guest concerns, leading with hospitality

Manage labor, food, and operating costs to achieve financial goals

Analyze reports and trends to improve performance and profitability

Partner with the District Manager to execute strategic and operational initiatives

Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven culture

Support local marketing and community engagement efforts

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of restaurant management experience

Strong understanding of both FOH & BOH operations

Proven leadership and people development skills

Experience managing P&L, labor, and cost controls

Ability to coach, hold accountability, and inspire teams

Detail-oriented, organized, and solution-focused

Tech savvy (POS, KDS, Dayforce, Microsoft Office)

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Valid Food Manager Certification required

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends & holidays

Willing and able to travel between locations

Who We Are

We are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork. At Luna Grill, people come first. We believe in developing talent, leading with integrity, and creating REAL experiences for our guests and our teams. When you join us, you’re not just running restaurants — you’re shaping the future of our brand.

Ready to Lead the Way?Apply today and become part of a company where your leadership truly makes an impact.

 

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.

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