Whittier, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
South Gate, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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
West Covina, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
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
South Gate, California, United States · On-site
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, Order assembly, Cash handling, Suggestive selling
East Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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, Cash handling
Camarillo, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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
Camarillo, California, United States · On-site
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, Order assembly, Cash handling, Suggestive selling
Hacienda Heights, California, United States · On-site
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, Restaurant Operations
San Dimas, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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
Brea, California, United States · On-site
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
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
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
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
South Gate, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
Orange, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
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
Corona, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
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
Huntington Park, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$21/hr
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
Garden Grove, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$20/hr
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
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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.
Candidates should have a willingness to learn and adapt, with one or more years of restaurant cooking experience preferred. A Food Handler Certification must be obtained promptly upon hire in accordance with company policy and state regulations.
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:
*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:
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:
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.
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.
Let's Get Loco
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
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