El Pollo Loco District Manager

About El Pollo LocoA LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED FAMILY COMPANY. Operating El Pollo Loco Inc. restaurants in California, Colorado, and Utah. Leemar United Group is commited to delivering best in-class experience to its customers and employees.Job DescriptionSIGNING BONUSWe are specifically looking for District Manager to relocate to Utah with a very generous relocation package.Have you ever envisioned leading a team to success or dare to help manage a multimillion-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 awesome training program, great mentors and an exceptional team that will help you launch your career. The rest is up to youCompany & CultureFor over 35 years El Pollo Loco continues to dominate the market in delivering the citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. We opened our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angels, and today we are over 450 restaurants strong and still growing From our products to our people, we're truly amazingJob Summary- Manages, coaches, recognizes performance, directs activities, and establishes priorities for General Manager, Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew members for efficient and effective restaurant operations- Measuring, creating and ensuring exceptional guest experiences- Coordinating and implementing new product introductions and procedures in the restaurants- Ensuring execution and compliance with all security, food safety, qualifty, and cleaniliness standards- Maintaining cost controls and meeting the sales/profit goals- Administering all in-restaurant records and procedures including payroll, inventories, security and employee personnel files- Leading restaurant management teams in recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, employee relations and corrective actions- Ensuring a respectful and diverse workplace exists in the restaurantsJob Detail- Work Hours:u00a0Full-Time schedule, and may work any shift including opening, mid-day, and closing. The great news is that our restaurants are not open 24 hour- Career Advancement/Career Plan:u00a0We award drive and great performance with expanding your area, with greater incentives to go with it or you may even have the opportunity to advance to Operations Director.- Work Attire:u00a0Business Casual Attire is a must and nonslip shoes are requiredRequirements:- Experience:u00a0District Managers with 2 or more years of experience is highly desired. If no District Manager Experience, Must be an EPL General Manager or have the equivalent of 5 or more years of management experience, preferably in a restaurant environment. Familiarity with Point-Of-Sale systems is desired.- Education:u00a0High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred and college education desired.- Communication:u00a0Excellent written and verbal English communication skills is preferred (second language is a plus). Ability to speak efficiently with external customers is required.- Competencies:u00a0Basic math, computer skills, and strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.- Driving/Vehicle:u00a0Must 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:u00a0Must have a ServSafe Certificate at the time of hire or obtain a ServSafe Certificate and pass the EPL Food Safety Audit (FSA) class upon hire, where applicable .- Physical Demands:u00a0A District Manager regularly stands, talks, hears, uses close and distant vision, tastes, or smell, and repetitively uses their hands to reach/handle/feel/grasp objects. The position occasionally stoops/kneels/crouches/crawls and may be required to lift objects up to 40lbs.- - Benefits/Perks:What's in it fo youWe offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:- Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance- Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability- Meal Discounts- Ticket Discounts- BonusesA Consumer Report may be procured for employment purposes on behalf of Leemar United Group Franchisee of El Pollo Loco and Farmer Boys.A consumer report or investigative consumer report including information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living may be obtained. These reports may contain information regarding your credit history, criminal history, social security number verification, motor vehicle records (

Created: 2025-10-04