Cook

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

No overnight hours

Employee discount on food

Excellent career growth potential (we"

Flexible Schedule: Full-Time or Part-

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a Grill Master (Cook) to create a best-in-class guest experience by preparing grilled and hot items to company standards. You will marinate, season, cook, and rotate proteins, ensuring proper temperatures and presentation for plates or packaging.

The role emphasizes food safety, quality checks, and efficient kitchen operations. A Food Handler Certification is required after hire, with no mandatory overnight hours and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

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

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 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.

Skills

Customer service

Food service

Job description

Join our team.

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 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.

Qualifications

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 and Work Experience

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 (we 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.