Grill Master - 5365

El Pollo Loco • Downey, CA

3d

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 chicken and other grilled proteins, fulfilling orders, monitoring food quality and holding times, and maintaining a clean and sanitized work area.

Nice To Haves

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

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 does not meet company standards.
• Maintain cooked proteins at proper serving temperatures.
• 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 and promotion 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 (must be at least 21 to participate)
• 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