CHICAGO, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Portillo’s is seeking to hire new, dynamic team members with a ‘Join a Legend’ hiring event at all of its restaurants on Tuesday, October 13 between 1:00-7:00 p.m. During that time, Portillo’s is prepared to hold in-person interviews with the first 100 job applicants who walk into any of its 40 locations nationwide.

“Portillo’s is a legendary brand known for excellent customer service and employee training programs,” said Portillo’s Human Resources Manager Melissa Johnson. “We are committed to finding, hiring, and training top performers for our restaurants. This hiring event demonstrates our commitment to being a world-class workplace.”

Portillo’s will be hiring for all positions, including managers. Crew member positions pay up to $12 an hour. Manager positions pay a yearly salary between $40,000 – $60,000 with the potential for substantial bonuses.

New Portillo’s team members can look forward to career advancement opportunities, with five new Portillo’s restaurants planned to open in 2016.

For more information visit www.joinalegend.com.