Shift Leader — Fire-Grill Service Lead

El Pollo Loco; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during shift

Employee discount on food

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Plan with match

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible spending accounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

El Pollo Loco in Compton, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to guide the restaurant during assigned shifts, ensuring exceptional customer service and smooth operations. You will lead a team, manage opening/closing, inventory, and cash handling, while upholding EPL standards and health code requirements.

The role emphasizes staff training, safe food preparation, and maintaining high service speed. Flexible scheduling supports full-time or part-time hours, with competitive benefits available to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must pass EPL Food Safety Audit (FSA) class after hire.
• Must be certified on all EPL SPECS positions or have supervisory experience and pass the audit.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the restaurant; manage security and crew tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and QSC compliance; ensure safety standards.
• Direct shift staffing and breaks; adjust for sales volume.
• Train staff on new products and procedures; assist with cash handling and deposits.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

El Pollo Loco in Compton, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to guide the restaurant during assigned shifts, ensuring exceptional customer service and smooth operations. You will lead a team, manage opening/closing, inventory, and cash handling, while upholding EPL standards and health code requirements.

The role emphasizes staff training, safe food preparation, and maintaining high service speed. Flexible scheduling supports full-time or part-time hours, with competitive benefits available to