Kitchen Leader - $15.9 to $17.7 per HOUR
Posted on October 24, 2025
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain committed to cultivating a better world through responsibly sourced, classically cooked, and real food made with wholesome ingredients, free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. With locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle stands out as the only restaurant company of its size owning and operating all of its restaurants in North America and Europe. Known for its dedication to sustainability, innovation in digital and technology, and sustainable business practices, Chipotle has a passionate workforce devoted to providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's mission centers on making better food accessible to everyone while fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Chipotle is a people-first company that champions a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. 
The opportunity to join Chipotle as a Kitchen Leader offers a dynamic and rewarding role where you will be integral to delivering delicious food that aligns with Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy. As a Kitchen Leader, you will learn to prepare high-quality meals, including grilling meats and sautéing vegetables, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards of taste and quality. Your responsibilities will include training crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders, managing inventory and food waste, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety, and upholding equipment functionality. This role requires active participation on the floor, driving teamwork, supporting front and back of house collaboration, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience throughout every shift. Through leadership and hands-on involvement, you will contribute directly to the success of the kitchen and the overall restaurant environment. The position emphasizes growth and development, offering a platform for advancement within the company, where 80% of managers start as crew. Benefits include competitive compensation, tuition assistance, free meals, comprehensive insurance packages, paid time off, and holiday closures, reinforcing Chipotle’s commitment to its employees' well-being and career progression. If you are passionate about food, leadership, and making a positive impact in the fast-casual dining experience, this role with Chipotle is an excellent fit for your career goals.
                - High school diploma
 - Restaurant experience
 - Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy
 - Knowledge and ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location