Restaurant Line Cook - Full-Time/Flex Shifts

If you're ready to spice up your career and serve sizzling success with a side of salsa, you've come to the right place. Do you have the fire? We offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:Competitive payNo late-night hoursMeal DiscountsExcellent career growth potential (we promote from within)Flexible Scheduling: Full-Time or Part-Time hoursMedical + Dental + Vision Insurance + Flexible Spending Account *401(K) Plan with match and immediate vesting (must be at least 21 to participate)Paid sick timeEmployee Assistance ProgramsDiscounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports events, hotels and more...* Position PurposeThe 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 ResponsibilitiesPrepare, 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.Thaw and store all other raw proteins to projected needs.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.Maintain proper quality and quantity levels of whole chicken and other meats cooking throughout shift based on projections and actual business activity.Diligently follow all food safety, food rotation, and sanitation policies and procedures to maintain a safe/healthy environment.Assist on the hot and cold prep lines as needed.Continuously strive to meet or exceed customer expectations and satisfaction.Work collaboratively with restaurant team members and management to achieve operational goals, maintain a positive work environment, and uphold company standards.Assist in the training of new cooks.Perform other duties as assigned by management to support restaurant operations.Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. CertificationsObtain Food Handler Certification promptly upon hire, adhering to EPL policy and state regulations.Education/Work Experience:One or more years of previous restaurant cooking experience is preferred but not required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Willingness to participate in cross-training opportunities to develop skills in other areas of the restaurant as needed.Enthusiastic and positive demeanor, with a genuine passion for providing exceptional customer service.Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, with a commitment to meeting scheduled work shifts and assignments.Commitment to upholding company values and standards of excellence in customer service.The position may be exposed to certain cleaning chemicals in the performance of their job.Our CompanyIn 1980 the first American El Pollo Loco opened on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, quickly becoming a destination for the best citrus-marinated, fire-grilled pollo. Over the past four decades, we have grown to more than 490 restaurants (and counting!)