Cook
Listed on 2026-02-03
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Cook & Chef, Catering, Server/Wait Staff
21610 Valley Blvd, Walnut, CA 91789, USA
Job DescriptionPosted Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM
At El Pollo Loco, we don’t just serve fire-grilled chicken — we serve careers that bring the heat. As a Grill Master, you’re not just cooking chicken; you’re igniting the El Pollo Loco experience. You’ll bring your passion, ideas, and energy to every order, following our flame-grilled standards to serve craveable flavors and unforgettable guest moments. Ready to ignite your flamin’ good career?
Apply now and let’s cook up some delicious chicken!
POSITION
PURPOSE:
The Grill Master (Cook) creates "Best in Class" guest experience at El Pollo Loco by preparing grilled and hot food items, following precise Company standards for preparation and presentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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 the plate or in the applicable packaging apparatus.
- Monitor holding time for grilled proteins and take corrective actions when hold time expires or when product quality fails to meet company standards.
- Maintain and ensure that all cooked proteins are at proper serving temperature.
- Inspect chicken and other raw proteins for acceptable quality standards prior to marinating or grilling.
- Clean and sanitize the entire work area including all equipment, tools, storage containers, grills and hoods.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management to support restaurant operations.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/
CERTIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required.
Certifications
Obtain Food Handler Certification promptly upon hire, adhering to EPL policy and state regulations.
Education/
Work Experience:
Previous experience in customer service or food service is preferred but not required.
What’s in it for you?
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