A jolly, money-making break the the reality that was life. - Cashier Portillo’s Employee Review

5.0
Nov 11, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

When one goes through training, they are trained on all positions of the workplace until your managers/supervisors find a position best suited to the abilities that you have portrayed to them. This ensure that whatever positions they choose you for, they know that you can accomplish it to the best of your ability. The workplace is also generally really upbeat because of the G-SET that Portillo; heavily instills in all of its employee's: Greet, Smile, Eye Contact, Thank You!

Cons

Working a closing shift at Portillo's is usually a hassle, especially if you're one of the cooks or the cashiers. Being that the workplace is a fast food restaurant, there is always going to be that ONE person that comes in one minute before the place is about to close. Because of the company mantra to give all of its customers the best service possible, you have to smile and be upbeat... even at 11:59 p.m. when you should be counting down your register, cleaning your area and going home for the night.

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5.0
May 31, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Very fun and kind work environment

Cons

Popular establishment which makes it very busy

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Portillo’s Response
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HOT DOG! We are thrilled you had a great experience working with Portillo's! Thank you for the review! If there is anything else you would like to share with us, please contact: hr@portillos.com
4.0
Jul 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Fun environment, flexible scheduling, standard fast food gig

Cons

Stressful, fast pace, management sucks

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