I applied in-person. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco (El Monte, CA) in Apr 2014
Interview
pretty informal, sit you down and ask you questions. Its a high turnover fast food place, so theyll pretty much hire you on the spot. The manager is the one who spoke to me, she sat me down on one of the tables and asked me 1 question, once I answered it she hired me on the spot. I was able to come in and work within 2 weeks. It was a super easy interview mostly because they really needed more people.
I applied online. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco (Pearland, TX) in Jun 2026
Interview
The interview was a very smooth and quick process. Very straight-forward and very open and honest about what they are looking for in an employee. Simple questions and overall an excellent interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
One thing they asked me was what does a team mean to me.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at El Pollo Loco (Fountain Valley, CA) in May 2025
Interview
I showed up. Asked if theyre hiring. Interview was quick and easy. I was hired on the spot. They asked when I could start and my availability. I provided my hours and start date and my t shirt size for work which is small.