Associate, Restaurant Design

El Pollo Loco•Costa Mesa, CA

7d•$73,000 - $82,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At El Pollo Loco, we are on a mission to be the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant. When it comes to our people, we are all about growth. Whether that means specialized training, a clearly laid out career trajectory or collaborating cross-functionally, we are committed to the success of our people the same way we’ve been committed to the success of the El Pollo Loco brand for the last 50 years. In fact, we see you as our secret ingredient. While our chicken is fire, it’s our people who set us ablaze. Our restaurants are only the tip of the flame! If you’re looking for an innovative, winning, and welcoming workplace, then a flamin’ good career in our Restaurant Support Center is right for you. At our Support Center, we believe our best work is done Together, when departments collaborate and everyone is confident in contributing their ideas. This is why we are in the office 3 days per week.

Requirements

Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field preferred.
3+ years of experience in restaurant, hospitality, or retail design, and construction administration.
Proficiency in CAD, Bluebeam Revu, Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of IBC, Health Code, and ADA compliance.
Familiarity with remodel, conversion/TI, and ground-up construction processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills; ability to speak, write, and comprehend basic English.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to travel to corporate project site visits, punch walks, conferences, and franchise support activities, as needed.

Responsibilities

Primary point of contact for company and franchise remodels to execute EPL Design Standards across architectural, civil/site design, kitchen layout, and interior design disciplines.
Support development goals by maintaining the remodel pipelines in Smartsheet and driving schedules.
Maintain and update FF&E standards and documentation for system-wide distribution.
Conduct product and construction method research to support design solutions.
Manage RFP coordination and formal project communications.
Review and process construction administration documents.
Prepare design-related presentation materials for consultants, franchisees, and executive leadership.
Attend site visits, scope walks, punch walks, conferences, and other development-related functions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.