Cook

About the role

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

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.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support restaurant operations.

Requirements

• Obtain Food Handler Certification promptly upon hire, adhering to EPL policy and state regulations.
• Previous experience in customer service or food service is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• No overnight hours
• Employee discount on food
• Excellent career growth potential (promote from within)
• Flexible schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time hours
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Paid vacation**
• Paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible spending accounts, Legal Insurance, and Pet Insurance*
• 401(K) plan with match and immediate vesting (must be at least 21 to participate)
• Discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports events, hotels and more

*Eligibility for these benefits is based on the number of average hours worked per week within a 12-month period. Eligibility begins after completing at least 12 months of employment averaging 33 hours of work per week.