Portillo's

The Heart of Portillo’s defines our culture and beliefs. Our team members live our company values of Family, Greatness, Energy, and Fun every day by reminding us to be bun-believable, have fun, exude energy, and treat each other like family.

Family - We work together to make everyone feel at home, and we step up when someone needs help.

Greatness - We're obsessed with being the best and work hard to continuously improve. Our Greatness is rooted in Quality, Service, Attitude, and Cleanliness.

Energy - We move with urgency and passion, while maintaining attention to detail.

Fun - We entertain our guests, we connect authentically, and we make each other smile.

Whether you're a professional exploring a full-time career, a college student looking for part time employment, or are simply seeking a second job, Portillo's provides benefits that we know are important to you.

Flexible Scheduling: We understand that flexible scheduling is important to you, so choose a work schedule that aligns with your personal schedule. Our goal is to support our dedicated teammates. Team members work anywhere from two to up to forty-hour weeks - your schedule is made to fit your lifestyle!

Free Shift Meals: Family and feasting go together like cheese sauce and fries. When you join the Portillo's family, we make sure you are well-fed by offering free meals up to $10 while you're on the job.

Paid Vacation: We know being a Portillo's employee requires hard work. Those Italian beefs don't pepper and dip themselves! We show our appreciation for our teammates' dedication to Portillo's by providing paid vacation time for full-time team members.

401(k) Plan: Portillo's future is made bright by our team members. In turn, we ensure our team members' futures are equally as bright through our 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match.

Get Paid the Portillo's Way:

1. Your compensation will be highly competitive. As an example, the average Portillo's GM earns $128,000 per year.
2. Earn an extra $3/hr. on five major holidays.
3. Get paid daily so you can access funds from your paycheck on the day you need it instead of waiting for Pay Day.
4. As a manager and shift leader, you'll be awarded quarterly performance bonuses.
5. General Manager and Market Managers receive discretionary annual PTLO stock grants.

Rewards & Recognition: We got you at Portillo's. Manager receive monthly "Franks a Lot" funds to celebrate team members who live our values and you'll receive anniversary awards to celebrate your time spent with us.

Work with Friends: Who doesn't love working with their best friend? At Portillo's, 75% of team members say they have a best friend at work. Earn bun-believable swag like Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones or a Portillo's branded Yeti when your friends work a shift with Portillo's. Plus, you will receive a $150 bonus after they've been employed for 90-days!

Our charitable arm within the Portillo's organization provides emergency assistance to eligible Portillo's team members facing financial hardship due to unavoidable situations. There are many ways we raise money to support team members during their time of need.

Team Member Participation:  Portillo's team members raise money for the Heart of Portillo's Fund through one-time donations, paycheck donations, and fundraising events.

Fundraisers: The Restaurant Support Center hosts annual fundraisers to raise funds and awareness of the Heart of Portillo's Fund. In 2022, more than 200 team members participated in Frost for the Fund, a cake frosting competition, raising more than $10,000!

At Portillo’s, we know it’s important to help you advance your career. When you join our legendary team, you learn all the skills and competencies needed to succeed at Portillo’s and in any career you choose in the future. Not only will you gain valuable experience, but you will also be given opportunities to further your career within the restaurant and beyond. If you have the passion and drive to build your Portillo’s resume, climbing the ladder will be a piece of chocolate cake! Not to mention, you’ll be gaining many new friends who you’ll consider “family” along the way. Become a part of our team and apply to Portillo’s today!

At Portillo's, we understand flexible scheduling is important to our team members. Hear how Andre (DJ A-Phlatt) manages being a part-time DJ while working as a Manager at Portillo's.