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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its commitment to cultivating a better world through serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Established as a pioneer in the food industry, Chipotle is recognized for its innovative approach to fast food—challenging the status quo by offering a unique dining experience that emphasizes transparency, sustainability, and quality. With locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle is the only restaurant company of its size to own and operate all of its restaurants in North America and Europe. This ownership model allows Chipotle to maintain high standards for quality, food safety, and customer experience consistently across all locations. The company is committed to making better food accessible to everyone while leading the way in digital innovation, technology integration, and sustainable business practices. The Kitchen Leader role at Chipotle is a critical position focused on maintaining the excellent quality and safety standards for the food prepared in the kitchen. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food preparation and team leadership within a dynamic fast-casual environment. As a Kitchen Leader, you will be trained to prepare high-quality food by grilling meats, sautéing vegetables, and cooking to order, ensuring that every dish served meets Chipotle's rigorous quality standards. The role goes beyond cooking, as Kitchen Leaders are also responsible for ordering food supplies, managing inventory levels, and addressing any food quality issues promptly. In addition to hands-on food preparation, the Kitchen Leader plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and efficient team environment. This position serves as a mentor and role model, guiding Crew members to develop their skills and potentially advance into future Kitchen Leader roles. The work requires strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with both back-of-house and front-of-house teams, ensuring smooth operations and an exceptional customer experience. Operational excellence is a key aspect of the Kitchen Leader’s responsibilities. You will be tasked with maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen while ensuring all kitchen equipment is in proper working condition. Safety is paramount; therefore, the Kitchen Leader ensures that all safety guidelines are followed to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace. Additional duties include compliance with health and sanitation standards by cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas regularly and managing documentation such as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and inventory rotation using the First In, First Out (FIFO) method. Chipotle offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities for Kitchen Leaders, including tuition assistance covering select degrees or up to $5,250 per year, free meals during shifts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, digital tip sharing, paid time off, holiday closures, competitive compensation, and clear pathways for career advancement—highlighted by the fact that 80% of Chipotle managers started as Crew members. This role is ideal for individuals dedicated to learning and growing within an innovative company that values teamwork, customer service, and sustainable food practices.

• Have a high school diploma
• Have restaurant experience
• Have the ability to understand and articulate Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy
• Have the knowledge and ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location