Position: General Manager
About: El Pollo Loco, a renowned restaurant chain specializing in citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken, has been dominating the market for over 35 years. With a strong presence of more than 450 restaurants and continuous growth, El Pollo Loco prides itself on delivering top-quality products and fostering an amazing team of individuals.
Requirements: Experience: Must be an EPL Assistant Manager or have the equivalent of 2 years or more of management experience, preferably in a restaurant environment; Familiarity with Point-Of-Sale systems is desired. Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred, and college education desired. Communication: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (second language a plus). Competencies: Basic math and computer skills, and strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. Driving/Vehicle: Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle that may be used for company business. Food Handler Card: Must have a Serve Safe Certificate at the time of hire or obtain a Serve Safe Certificate 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 with their hands. The position occasionally stoops/kneels/crouches/crawls and lifts objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Work Hours: Full-Time schedule, and may work any shift including opening, mid-day, and closing. Career Advancement/Career Plan: We promote heavily from within, so from a GM you can develop to become an Area Leader, then Director of Operations, and beyond. Work Attire: EPL logo’d shirt will be provided, and black slacks and no-slip shoes are required.
Benefits: 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
