Grill Master Cook – Fire-Grilled Flavor & Growth

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Employee discount on food

401(K) plan with match

Flexible spending accounts

Discounts on theme parks, movieTickets

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a Grill Master (Cook) to deliver a best-in-class guest experience by preparing grilled and hot items to El Pollo Loco standards. You will marinate, cook, stock and present proteins for serving while maintaining temperature and quality controls.

The role emphasizes food safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with opportunities for career growth and a flexible schedule that includes part-time or full-time hours.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Customer service

Food handling

Job description

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a Grill Master (Cook) to deliver a best-in-class guest experience by preparing grilled and hot items to El Pollo Loco standards. You will marinate, cook, stock and present proteins for serving while maintaining temperature and quality controls.

The role emphasizes food safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with opportunities for career growth and a flexible schedule that includes part-time or full-time hours.