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 :

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.

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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