Shift Leader: Lead a Dynamic Kitchen Team

El Pollo Loco, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during your shift

Employee discount on food

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) Plan with match and immediate v

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

El Pollo Loco, Inc. in Orange, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to guide the restaurant team during assigned hours, ensuring fast service, friendly hospitality, and strict adherence to brand standards.

You will open and close the store, supervise crew, manage inventory, train staff, handle cash operations, and uphold health and safety requirements. This role offers leadership growth in a dynamic, guest‑focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Must have restaurant supervisory experience and pass EPL Food Safety Audit after hire.
• Ability to lead a team during shifts and ensure standards.

Responsibilities

• Open and close restaurant procedures, coordinate tasks for setup, food prep, and cleaning.
• Maintain service speed and customer satisfaction while ensuring health code standards.
• Train and support team members on products and procedures.
• Handle cash drawers, deposits, and audits; supervise shifts.
• Greet customers and assist with orders; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Shift management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

El Pollo Loco, Inc. in Orange, CA is seeking a Shift Leader to guide the restaurant team during assigned hours, ensuring fast service, friendly hospitality, and strict adherence to brand standards.

You will open and close the store, supervise crew, manage inventory, train staff, handle cash operations, and uphold health and safety requirements. This role offers leadership growth in a dynamic, guest‑focused environment.