Grill Master Cook - Craft Flame-Grilled Flavor & Growth

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

401(K) plan with match

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a Grill Master to prepare grilled proteins and maintain quality according to our standards. You will receive orders, marinate, cook, stock, and present items while ensuring proper holding times and food safety.

Competitive pay with flexible full- or part-time hours, employee discounts, benefits, and opportunities for growth. No overnight hours, training provided, and certification support.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or food service preferred but not required.

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 packaging.
• Monitor holding time for grilled proteins and take corrective actions when hold time expires or product quality fails to meet standards.
• Maintain proper serving temperatures for cooked proteins.
• Inspect chicken and raw proteins for quality before marinating or grilling.
• Clean and sanitize the work area and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support restaurant operations.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Grilling

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a Grill Master to prepare grilled proteins and maintain quality according to our standards. You will receive orders, marinate, cook, stock, and present items while ensuring proper holding times and food safety.

Competitive pay with flexible full- or part-time hours, employee discounts, benefits, and opportunities for growth. No overnight hours, training provided, and certification support.