Restaurant District Manager (Central Los Angeles County)
Carlsbad, CA, United States2d ago
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- Salary
- $90K–$110K/yr
- Location
- Carlsbad, CA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Function
- Hospitality & Food service
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- other
- Posted
- 2d ago
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About the role
District Manager – Los Angeles County
Location: Multiple locations within Central Los Angeles CountyReports to: Regional Director of OperationsPay: $90,000–$110,000 per year + bonus
Lead with impact for a company that is top notch!
Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? At Luna Grill, you won't just hear us say we have great culture, we can prove it:
Rapid Growth: We built 11 new restaurants across Southern California, Arizona, and Texas in 2026, with more growth planned for 2027 (including our first locations in Nevada!!). Growth like this means real opportunity: more restaurants, more leadership roles, and more room to move up.
Training & Culture That Works: Our restaurant-level turnover sits below 50%!!! less than half the industry average. That's not an accident; it's what happens when people are developed, supported, and are a part of something great!
A Team That's Winning: We've averaged a 4.8 guest review rating on Google and Yelp company-wide for two years running!!Join a team that's winning and be a winner with us.
This is a leadership opportunity — not a maintenance role. At Luna Grill, we believe that the right people in place create the best guest experiences, and the numbers naturally follow. As a District Manager, you’ll be the catalyst for growth, culture, and operational excellence across multiple restaurants. You’ll develop high-performing General Managers, inspire teams, and drive financial results — all while living and modeling our values every day.
Who You Are
You are a bold, visionary leader who thrives on building leaders, not just managing operations. You love coaching, developing talent, and creating teams that exceed expectations. You see the potential in others, and you understand that culture drives performance. You are analytical enough to manage P&L and operational metrics, but people-first in your approach.
What You’ll Do
As a Luna Grill District Manager, you will:
Lead and mentor up to 6 restaurant General Managers, ensuring operational excellence
Partner with managers to build and execute business plans that drive revenue growth and cost control
Conduct regular restaurant visits, coaching and supporting teams in real time
Ensure quality, safety, and guest service standards are consistently met
Manage financial performance, labor, and inventory, while analyzing trends and reporting to the Regional Director
Utilize Luna Grill training tools to develop your teams, including progressive discipline and personal development plans
Actively recruit and retain restaurant talent
Maintain a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
Collaborate with the Regional Director to execute company initiatives and strategic goals
Your 30/60/90 Days
First 30 Days:Step into our world. Immerse yourself in the Luna Grill culture and build strong relationships with managers and teams. Learn operations hands-on, starting in Prep, moving through the Kitchen Line, then experiencing Front of House, and finally understanding the financials that drive our restaurants. This is your foundation — seeing every role and how it connects to creating raving fans.
60 Days:Focus on building relationships and understanding your district. Visit each location regularly, get to know your teams, General Managers, and peers, and observe how each restaurant operates within the Luna Grill culture. This is your observation phase — listening, learning, and identifying opportunities to strengthen connections and trust.
90 Days:It’s time to take off. Empower your General Managers and teams, implement strategies, and lead with confidence. Operational standards are being met consistently, teams are engaged and performing at their best, and financial results are improving. Your leadership is now fully driving growth, retention, and guest satisfaction — showing the impact of people-first leadership in action.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay + bonus potential
Health coverage, Paid time off, 401K
Mileage reimbursement for district visits
Continuous professional development and leadership growth
The chance to shape culture and develop the next generation of restaurant leaders
What We Require
Minimum 5 years multi-unit District Management experience in the foodservice industry required
Minimum 3 years restaurant supervisory/management experience (FOH + BOH) required
Must be able to work with an office, restaurant, and outside environment.
Must reside within the Central LA area.
Must have a flexible schedule including weekends.
Strong P&L, financial analysis, and operational management skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching abilities
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines while maintaining composure
Why Luna Grill?
We are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork, where people come first. We are growing, innovating, and leading the way in fast-casual dining. If you are a leader who thrives on building culture, coaching talent, and delivering results, you will find your home here. Join us and be part of something bigger than just a job — a team, a movement, a legacy.
Our Core Values
Social: Hardworking people who love serving our guests and each other
Transparent: We trust and empower our team and earn our guests’ trust
Positive: A positive workplace starts with a positive attitude
Prideful: Infectiously enthusiastic about our food and how we serve it
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.
Location: Multiple locations within Central Los Angeles CountyReports to: Regional Director of OperationsPay: $90,000–$110,000 per year + bonus
Lead with impact for a company that is top notch!
Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? At Luna Grill, you won't just hear us say we have great culture, we can prove it:
Rapid Growth: We built 11 new restaurants across Southern California, Arizona, and Texas in 2026, with more growth planned for 2027 (including our first locations in Nevada!!). Growth like this means real opportunity: more restaurants, more leadership roles, and more room to move up.
Training & Culture That Works: Our restaurant-level turnover sits below 50%!!! less than half the industry average. That's not an accident; it's what happens when people are developed, supported, and are a part of something great!
A Team That's Winning: We've averaged a 4.8 guest review rating on Google and Yelp company-wide for two years running!!Join a team that's winning and be a winner with us.
This is a leadership opportunity — not a maintenance role. At Luna Grill, we believe that the right people in place create the best guest experiences, and the numbers naturally follow. As a District Manager, you’ll be the catalyst for growth, culture, and operational excellence across multiple restaurants. You’ll develop high-performing General Managers, inspire teams, and drive financial results — all while living and modeling our values every day.
Who You Are
You are a bold, visionary leader who thrives on building leaders, not just managing operations. You love coaching, developing talent, and creating teams that exceed expectations. You see the potential in others, and you understand that culture drives performance. You are analytical enough to manage P&L and operational metrics, but people-first in your approach.
What You’ll Do
As a Luna Grill District Manager, you will:
Lead and mentor up to 6 restaurant General Managers, ensuring operational excellence
Partner with managers to build and execute business plans that drive revenue growth and cost control
Conduct regular restaurant visits, coaching and supporting teams in real time
Ensure quality, safety, and guest service standards are consistently met
Manage financial performance, labor, and inventory, while analyzing trends and reporting to the Regional Director
Utilize Luna Grill training tools to develop your teams, including progressive discipline and personal development plans
Actively recruit and retain restaurant talent
Maintain a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
Collaborate with the Regional Director to execute company initiatives and strategic goals
Your 30/60/90 Days
First 30 Days:Step into our world. Immerse yourself in the Luna Grill culture and build strong relationships with managers and teams. Learn operations hands-on, starting in Prep, moving through the Kitchen Line, then experiencing Front of House, and finally understanding the financials that drive our restaurants. This is your foundation — seeing every role and how it connects to creating raving fans.
60 Days:Focus on building relationships and understanding your district. Visit each location regularly, get to know your teams, General Managers, and peers, and observe how each restaurant operates within the Luna Grill culture. This is your observation phase — listening, learning, and identifying opportunities to strengthen connections and trust.
90 Days:It’s time to take off. Empower your General Managers and teams, implement strategies, and lead with confidence. Operational standards are being met consistently, teams are engaged and performing at their best, and financial results are improving. Your leadership is now fully driving growth, retention, and guest satisfaction — showing the impact of people-first leadership in action.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay + bonus potential
Health coverage, Paid time off, 401K
Mileage reimbursement for district visits
Continuous professional development and leadership growth
The chance to shape culture and develop the next generation of restaurant leaders
What We Require
Minimum 5 years multi-unit District Management experience in the foodservice industry required
Minimum 3 years restaurant supervisory/management experience (FOH + BOH) required
Must be able to work with an office, restaurant, and outside environment.
Must reside within the Central LA area.
Must have a flexible schedule including weekends.
Strong P&L, financial analysis, and operational management skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching abilities
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines while maintaining composure
Why Luna Grill?
We are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork, where people come first. We are growing, innovating, and leading the way in fast-casual dining. If you are a leader who thrives on building culture, coaching talent, and delivering results, you will find your home here. Join us and be part of something bigger than just a job — a team, a movement, a legacy.
Our Core Values
Social: Hardworking people who love serving our guests and each other
Transparent: We trust and empower our team and earn our guests’ trust
Positive: A positive workplace starts with a positive attitude
Prideful: Infectiously enthusiastic about our food and how we serve it
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.