El Pollo Loco
Job Description
Posted Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM Have you ever envisioned leading a team to success or dared to help manage a million-dollar business? Well, here’s your opportunity to live the dream! Put your team-building skills to the test and bring us your passion, energy, and strong customer service skills. We’ll provide you with an excellent training program, great mentors, and an exceptional team to help you launch your career. The rest is up to you! What’s in it for you
! We offer eligible employees the following benefits/perks: Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance 401(K) Plan with match and immediate vesting Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Program (General Manager and Assistant Manager only) Meal Discounts General Manager Job Summary: Manage, coach, recognize performance, direct activities, and establish priorities for Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew members for efficient restaurant operations. Measure, create, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Coordinate and implement new product introductions and procedures in the restaurant. Ensure execution and compliance with all security, food safety, quality, and cleanliness standards. Maintain cost controls and meet sales/profit goals. Administer all in-restaurant records and procedures, including payroll, inventories, security, and employee personnel files. Lead restaurant management team in recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, employee relations, and corrective action. Ensure a respectful and diverse workplace exists in the restaurant. Requirements: Experience:
Must be an EPL Assistant Manager or have the equivalent of 2+ years of management experience, preferably in a restaurant environment. Familiarity with Point-Of-Sale systems is desired. Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred; college education desired. Communication:
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (second language a plus). Competencies:
Basic math and computer skills, with strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. Driving/Vehicle:
Must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a reliable vehicle for company business. Food Handler Card:
Must have a Serve Safe Certificate at hire or obtain one and pass the EPL Food Safety Audit (FSA) class upon hire, where applicable. Physical Demands:
The General Manager regularly stands, walks, talks, hears, uses close and distance vision, tastes or smells, lifts 20 lbs., and repetitively reaches/handles/feels/grasps objects. Occasionally, they stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl and lift objects up to 40 lbs. Work Hours:
Full-time schedule, may work any shift including opening, mid-day, and closing. Our restaurants are not open 24 hours. Career Advancement:
We promote heavily from within; from a GM to Area Leader, then Director of Operations, and beyond! Work Attire:
EPL logo’d shirt provided; black slacks and no-slip shoes required. Company & Culture For over 35 years, El Pollo Loco has dominated the market in delivering the best citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. Since opening our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angeles, we have grown to over 450 locations and continue to expand! From our products to our people, we’re truly amazing!
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Posted Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM Have you ever envisioned leading a team to success or dared to help manage a million-dollar business? Well, here’s your opportunity to live the dream! Put your team-building skills to the test and bring us your passion, energy, and strong customer service skills. We’ll provide you with an excellent training program, great mentors, and an exceptional team to help you launch your career. The rest is up to you! What’s in it for you
! We offer eligible employees the following benefits/perks: Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance 401(K) Plan with match and immediate vesting Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Program (General Manager and Assistant Manager only) Meal Discounts General Manager Job Summary: Manage, coach, recognize performance, direct activities, and establish priorities for Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew members for efficient restaurant operations. Measure, create, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Coordinate and implement new product introductions and procedures in the restaurant. Ensure execution and compliance with all security, food safety, quality, and cleanliness standards. Maintain cost controls and meet sales/profit goals. Administer all in-restaurant records and procedures, including payroll, inventories, security, and employee personnel files. Lead restaurant management team in recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, employee relations, and corrective action. Ensure a respectful and diverse workplace exists in the restaurant. Requirements: Experience:
Must be an EPL Assistant Manager or have the equivalent of 2+ years of management experience, preferably in a restaurant environment. Familiarity with Point-Of-Sale systems is desired. Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred; college education desired. Communication:
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (second language a plus). Competencies:
Basic math and computer skills, with strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. Driving/Vehicle:
Must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a reliable vehicle for company business. Food Handler Card:
Must have a Serve Safe Certificate at hire or obtain one and pass the EPL Food Safety Audit (FSA) class upon hire, where applicable. Physical Demands:
The General Manager regularly stands, walks, talks, hears, uses close and distance vision, tastes or smells, lifts 20 lbs., and repetitively reaches/handles/feels/grasps objects. Occasionally, they stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl and lift objects up to 40 lbs. Work Hours:
Full-time schedule, may work any shift including opening, mid-day, and closing. Our restaurants are not open 24 hours. Career Advancement:
We promote heavily from within; from a GM to Area Leader, then Director of Operations, and beyond! Work Attire:
EPL logo’d shirt provided; black slacks and no-slip shoes required. Company & Culture For over 35 years, El Pollo Loco has dominated the market in delivering the best citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. Since opening our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angeles, we have grown to over 450 locations and continue to expand! From our products to our people, we’re truly amazing!
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