Grill Master - 6037

El Pollo Loco • West Covina, CA

10d

About The Position

The Grill Master (Cook) creates a “Best in Class” guest experience by preparing grilled and hot food items according to precise company standards for preparation and presentation. The role involves preparing proteins, monitoring product quality and serving temperatures, fulfilling orders, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work area. Previous customer service or food service experience is preferred but not required. Full-time or part-time hours are available.

Requirements

• Previous customer service or food service experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous customer service or food service experience.

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 plates or in applicable packaging.
• Monitor holding times for grilled proteins and take corrective action when hold times expire or product quality fails to meet company standards.
• Ensure cooked proteins are at the proper serving temperature.
• Inspect raw chicken and other proteins for acceptable quality before marinating or grilling.
• Clean and sanitize the work area, including equipment, tools, storage containers, grills, and hoods.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• No overnight hours
• Employee food discount
• Career growth potential; the company promotes from within
• Flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Legal insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with match and immediate vesting for employees at least 21 years old
• Discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports events, hotels, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed