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El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Cook

Hacienda Heights, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$21/hr

Entry level$60M raised

Looking for an amazing career? Come join El Pollo Loco (that’s “Po-yo”, not Po-lo!). We’re not just cooking up chicken, we're grilling up opportunities! If you're ready to spice up your career and…

Skills: Food preparation, Grilling, Food safety, Sanitation, Customer service

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Huntington Park, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order assembly

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Montebello, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order processing

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Yorba Linda, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$20/hr

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Cleaning

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Cashier

Moreno Valley, California, United States · On-site

$16/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order processing

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Shift Leader

Lake Elsinore, California, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$60M raised

Open Interviews and on-the-spot offers! Must have at least one year of Shift Lead experience in restaurants. Walk-ins welcome! Holding Interviews at 30147 Haun Rd, Menifee Tuesday 9am-6pm Thursday 9am-3pm Saturday 9am-4p…

Skills: Restaurant management, Team leadership, Customer service, Inventory management, Food safety

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Cook

Camarillo, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$21/hr

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, we don’t just serve fire-grilled chicken — we serve careers that bring the heat. As a Grill Master, you’re not just cooking chicken; you’re igniting the El Pollo Loco experience.…

Skills: Food preparation, Grilling, Food safety, Sanitation, Customer service

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Cleaning

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

La Puente, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer Service, Food Preparation, Cash Handling, Suggestive Selling, Order Processing

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Pomona, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order processing

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Cook

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$21/hr

Entry level$60M raised

Looking for an amazing career? Come join El Pollo Loco (that’s “Po-yo”, not Po-lo!). We’re not just cooking up chicken, we're grilling up opportunities! If you're ready to spice up your career and…

Skills: Food preparation, Grilling, Food safety, Sanitation, Customer service

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Cook

Pomona, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$21/hr

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, we don’t just serve fire-grilled chicken — we serve careers that bring the heat. As a Grill Master, you’re not just cooking chicken; you’re igniting the El Pollo Loco experience.…

Skills: Food preparation, Grilling, Food safety, Sanitation, Customer service

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Shift Leader

Montclair, California, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$60M raised

As a Shift Leader, you’re the one turning up the heat! You’ll lead your team to ensure exceptional service and smooth operations during your shift. With your passion and attention to detail, you’ll crea…

Skills: Team leadership, Restaurant operations, Customer service, Inventory management, Food safety

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order processing

barista - Store# 06428, FOOTHILL & MULBERRY

Upland, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$22/hr

Entry level$2.6B raised

Crafting the world’s finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to brighten someone’s day. Whethe…

Skills: Customer service, Communication, Food preparation, Beverage preparation, Cash handling

barista - Store# 06439, SONORA CROSSROADS

Sonora, California, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$22/hr

Entry level$2.6B raised

Crafting the world’s finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to brighten someone’s day. Whethe…

Skills: Customer service, Communication, Teamwork, Relationship building, Cash handling

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Service Team Member

Corona, California, United States · On-site

Entry level$60M raised

At El Pollo Loco, passion is always on the menu—and as a Service Team Member, you bring the flavor to life. Whether you're greeting guests with a smile, assembling craveable orders, or helping prep our fire-grilled…

Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Cash handling, Suggestive selling, Order processing

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Shift Leader

Ontario, California, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$60M raised

As a Shift Leader, you’re the one turning up the heat! You’ll lead your team to ensure exceptional service and smooth operations during your shift. With your passion and attention to detail, you’ll crea…

Skills: Team Leadership, Restaurant Operations, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Food Safety

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Shift Leader

Avocado Heights, California, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$60M raised

As a Shift Leader, you’re the one turning up the heat! You’ll lead your team to ensure exceptional service and smooth operations during your shift. With your passion and attention to detail, you’ll crea…

Skills: Team Leadership, Restaurant Operations, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Food Safety

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Shift Leader

Chino, California, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$60M raised

As a Shift Leader, you’re the one turning up the heat! You’ll lead your team to ensure exceptional service and smooth operations during your shift. With your passion and attention to detail, you’ll crea…

Skills: Team leadership, Restaurant operations, Inventory management, Customer service, Food safety

Cook

El Pollo Loco, Inc.

Hacienda Heights, California, United States • On-site

Entry level

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$20/hr–$21/hr
Full-time, Part-time
Competitive pay, Meal discounts, Career growth potential, Flexible scheduling, Medical insurance, Dental insurance
Posted 6d ago
~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Grill Master is responsible for preparing, seasoning, and grilling proteins while ensuring high-quality presentation and adherence to food safety standards. They must also maintain a clean work environment and collaborate with the team to meet operational goals and customer expectations.

Requirements

Candidates should have a willingness to learn and adapt to restaurant procedures, with one or more years of previous cooking experience preferred. A Food Handler Certification must be obtained promptly upon hire.

Full job description

Looking for an amazing career? Come join El Pollo Loco (that’s “Po-yo”, not Po-lo!). We’re not just cooking up chicken, we're grilling up opportunities! If you're ready to spice up your career and serve sizzling success with a side of salsa, you've come to the right place. Do you have the fire?” Apply today!

We offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:

Competitive pay
No late-night hours
Meal Discounts
Excellent career growth potential (we promote from within)
Flexible Scheduling: Full-Time or Part-Time hours
Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance + Flexible Spending Account*
401(K) Plan with match and immediate vesting (must be at least 21 to participate)
Paid sick time
Employee Assistance Programs
Discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports events, hotels and more...

*Eligibility is based on the number of average hours worked per week within a 12-month period.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Grill Master (Cook) creates "Best in Class" guest experience at El Pollo Loco by preparing grilled and hot food items, following precise Company standards for preparation and presentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare, marinate, season, cook, stock and rotate chicken and other grilled proteins according to company standards.
Receive orders, cut cooked chicken, and arrange proteins for proper presentation on the plate or in the applicable packaging apparatus.
Monitor holding time for grilled proteins and take corrective actions when hold time expires or when product quality fails to meet company standards.
Maintain and ensure that all cooked proteins are at proper serving temperature.
Thaw and store all other raw proteins to projected needs.
Inspect chicken and other raw proteins for acceptable quality standards prior to marinating or grilling.
Clean and sanitize the entire work area including all equipment, tools, storage containers, grills and hoods.
Maintain proper quality and quantity levels of whole chicken and other meats cooking throughout shift based on projections and actual business activity.
Diligently follow all food safety, food rotation, and sanitation policies and procedures to maintain a safe/healthy environment.
Assist on the hot and cold prep lines as needed.
Continuously strive to meet or exceed customer expectations and satisfaction.
Work collaboratively with restaurant team members and management to achieve operational goals, maintain a positive work environment, and uphold company standards.
Assist in the training of new cooks.
Perform other duties as assigned by management to support restaurant operations.

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required.

Certifications

Obtain Food Handler Certification promptly upon hire, adhering to EPL policy and state regulations.

Education/Work Experience:

One or more years of previous restaurant cooking experience is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Willingness to participate in cross-training opportunities to develop skills in other areas of the restaurant as needed.
Enthusiastic and positive demeanor, with a genuine passion for providing exceptional customer service.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, with a commitment to meeting scheduled work shifts and assignments.
Willingness to learn and adapt to changing procedures and protocols.
Commitment to upholding company values and standards of excellence in customer service.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job.

Regularly stands, talks, hears, uses close and distance vision, tastes, or smells.
Repetitively reaches, handles, feels, and/or grasps objects with hands.
Occasionally bends, stoops, kneels, crouches, and/or crawls.
May lift objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
Regularly exposed to noise, fumes, heat, burn hazards, and/or wet surfaces.
The position may be exposed to certain cleaning chemicals in the performance of their job.

Our Company

In 1980 the first American El Pollo Loco opened on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, quickly becoming a destination for the best citrus-marinated, fire-grilled pollo. Over the past four decades, we have grown to more than 490 restaurants (and counting!) across 7 states, becoming an L.A. mainstay and cultural benchmark along the way.

The pay range identified is the hourly or salary rate El Pollo Loco expects to pay for the posted position. This range does not include any benefits or bonus opportunities that might be available for the position based on position and eligibility criteria. Individual pay will vary based on a variety of factors including years of experience, industry experience, education, geography, etc.

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About El Pollo Loco, Inc.

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Industry: Restaurants
Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Founded: 1980
Headquarters: Costa Mesa, California
LinkedIn followers: 20,932
Total funding: $60M

In 1980 the first American El Pollo Loco opened on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, quickly becoming a destination for the best citrus-marinated, fire-grilled pollo in town. Over the past four decades, El Pollo Loco has grown into more than 490 restaurants across 6 states becoming an L.A. mainstay and cultural benchmark along the way. And today, we continue to work just as hard to always provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex from our famous family dinners to Mexican entrees.

Offices: 575 Anton Blvd., Suite 1100, Costa Mesa, California 92626, US

Mexican FoodFire-Grilled ChickenCateringOnline Orderingand Family DinnersFood and Beverage

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