Grill Master Cook - Career Growth & Flexible Schedule

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

No overnight hours

Employee discount on food

Excellent career growth potential (we…

Flexible schedule

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible spending accounts

401(K) plan with match

Discounts on theme parks

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. in Tulare, CA is seeking a Grill Master to prepare grilled and hot foods following exact company standards. You will marinate, season, cook and rotate proteins to ensure quality and presentation, while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role includes receiving orders, slicing cooked chicken, and arranging items for plates or packaging, with emphasis on guest satisfaction and brand standards. This opening offers a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Skills

Grilling

Food preparation

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

El Pollo Loco, Inc. in Tulare, CA is seeking a Grill Master to prepare grilled and hot foods following exact company standards. You will marinate, season, cook and rotate proteins to ensure quality and presentation, while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role includes receiving orders, slicing cooked chicken, and arranging items for plates or packaging, with emphasis on guest satisfaction and brand standards. This opening offers a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth.