About El Pollo Loco
In a world where fast food has become synonymous with reheated, pre-assembled meals loaded with preservatives, El Pollo Loco exists to prove that convenience and quality are not mutually exclusive. The company challenges the industry standard by actually cooking food - marinating citrus-spiced chicken for hours and fire-grilling it slowly over an open flame for 60 minutes, every single day in every restaurant. El Pollo Loco believes food should feel as good as it tastes, connecting people to the passion and craftsmanship that goes into every bite.
What began in 1975 as a humble roadside operation in Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico, founded by Juan Francisco Ochoa, has grown into nearly 500 locations across the United States. When the first U.S. restaurant opened in Los Angeles in 1980, it introduced Angelenos to citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken unlike anything they had experienced. Five decades later, El Pollo Loco remains committed to that original vision: hand-smashing guacamole fresh daily, preparing salsas from real tomatoes, cilantro and onion, and never compromising on the authentic flavors that make their food crazy good.
FAQs
- When was El Pollo Loco founded?
- El Pollo Loco was founded in 1975.
- Who is the CEO of El Pollo Loco?
- Liz Williams is the CEO.
- What industries or markets does El Pollo Loco operate in?
- El Pollo Loco operates in the following markets: Fast Casual Dining, Restaurant Franchising, Hospitality, Mexican Latin American Cuisine Restaurants, Chicken Restaurants Grilled Chicken, Takeout & Delivery (Foodservice), Catering & Group Dining Services, Quick Service Restaurants (QSR), Restaurant Chains, and Food & Beverage.
- How many employees does El Pollo Loco have?
- El Pollo Loco has 5000+ employees.
- Where does El Pollo Loco have employees?
- El Pollo Loco has employees in United States.
- Does El Pollo Loco support remote work or working from home?
- Yes, El Pollo Loco is a remote-friendly company.
- What employee benefits does El Pollo Loco offer?
- El Pollo Loco provides 11 benefits to their employees.
- Does El Pollo Loco offer a four-day work week?
- No, El Pollo Loco does not offer a four-day work week.
- What is El Pollo Loco's tech stack?
- El Pollo Loco has 5 technologies in their tech stack.
- What is El Pollo Loco's website?
- El Pollo Loco's website is elpolloloco.com.
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