Restaurant General Manager: Lead Growth & High-Performance Team

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shift

Employee discount on food

Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance

401(K) Plan with match

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, quality, and growth. You will manage a passionate team, coach staff, and ensure compliance with company standards to drive sales and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, scheduling, and labor control, plus a commitment to food safety and employee development. Excellent career growth and competitive compensation await.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Serve Safe Certification required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manages and coaches team performance to drive efficient operations.
• Oversees opening/closing procedures, food prep, and cleaning per policy.
• Optimizes labor deployment to match sales and labor targets.
• Provides hands-on coverage to ensure all stations run smoothly.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff scheduling

Labor cost control

Guest service excellence

Food safety

Coaching and development

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years restaurant management experience

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

El Pollo Loco, Inc. is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, quality, and growth. You will manage a passionate team, coach staff, and ensure compliance with company standards to drive sales and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, scheduling, and labor control, plus a commitment to food safety and employee development. Excellent career growth and competitive compensation await.