I applied in-person. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco in Jan 2017
Interview
Met with manager in the store and was asked questions that could already be found on my application. It was my first job at the time. Manager made me feel comfortable.
The manager asked me what I know about customer service, food handling, and the restaurant business. Then asked me to talk about why I should be hired. They seemed like nice people.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are my strengths and weaknesses, availability, pay rate etc.
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco (Palmdale, CA) in Feb 2022
Interview
It was quick and simple. It was basically do I have the passion to work or am I a slacker. It was very nice and the interviewer was very polite. They made me feel welcomed
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What’s my availability?
How many hours would I like?
I applied in-person. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco (Santa Fe Springs, CA) in Nov 2021
Interview
Very quick and concise. No fluff involved she got straight to the point. Asked me to tell them about myself and all the requirements needed for the job. Then told me to gather all information needed to begin the onboarding process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If a customer walked in how would you greet them at the counter?