Cary,NC,USA-based Kitchen Leader-Cary,NC Opening | Hiring
Posted on January 15, 2026
Local Job Overview: Cary, NC, USA
Role Essentials
- Pay: $15-$17/Hour (approx. $33.3k/Year)
- Position: Kitchen Leader - Cary, NC (Based in Cary, NC, USA)
- Location: Cary, NC, USA, NC
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Cary, NC, USA.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Hiring Organization: Chipotle
- This Cary, NC, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Chipotle team in Cary, NC, USA, NC is growing.
- Benefit from working in Cary, NC, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is a renowned restaurant company known for cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made with wholesome ingredients free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Founded with a mission to revolutionize fast food, Chipotle is committed to making better food accessible to everyone. The company stands out in the fast-food industry by combining speed with quality, ethics, and sustainability, creating an experience that is both enjoyable and conscientious. Chipotle operates numerous restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, owning and operating all its restaurants in North America and Europe, which is unique for a restaurant company of its size. With a strong emphasis on digital innovation, technology, and sustainable business practices, Chipotle continues to lead the food industry while maintaining a deep connection to its core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about food and leadership in a fast-paced environment. This role involves preparing and cooking high-quality food, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables to ensure every meal meets Chipotle's high standards of taste and quality. As a Kitchen Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, monitoring food waste and inventory, and ensuring that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained. This position is not only about cooking but also about leadership; you will train and mentor crew members, helping them grow into future Kitchen Leaders. The role requires excellent communication and teamwork skills, as you will work closely with both front-of-house and back-of-house staff to deliver a superior customer experience. Chipotle values employees who take pride in their work, are proactive in addressing tasks, and are committed to fostering a positive and efficient working environment. As a company that invests heavily in employee development, Chipotle offers career advancement opportunities, with 80% of managers having started as crew members. Benefits include tuition assistance, free meals, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and digital tips, highlighting the company's commitment to supporting and rewarding its workforce. If you are looking for a dynamic role where you can develop your culinary and leadership skills in a purpose-driven company, the Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle represents an ideal career step.
- have a high school diploma
- have restaurant experience
- ability to understand and articulate Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy
- ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location