AeroCareers Job Posting: Kitchen Leader - $16.65 to $18.53 per HOUR at Chipotle. This is a Full-Time role in Longmont, CO, USA, CO. Salary: $16 - $18.

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Kitchen Leader - $16.65 to $18.53 per HOUR

Posted on October 24, 2025

Longmont, CO, USA, CO Full-Time $16 - $18
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain committed to cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made from wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Operating restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle stands unique as an enterprise that owns and operates all of its locations across North America and Europe without franchising. This level of control enables the company to uphold the highest standards of food quality, customer service, and sustainable business practices. Chipotle’s commitment to redefining fast food extends beyond the kitchen to its corporate culture, digital innovation, and efforts of environmental sustainability. The company's dedication to inclusivity is also a core value, hiring world-class individuals who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion at all organizational levels. The Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle provides a dynamic opportunity to lead the preparation and production of food within the kitchen environment. This role is integral to ensuring that every meal meets Chipotle’s signature standards of taste, quality, and safety. Kitchen Leaders do more than just cook—they are mentors and role models for crew members, training and developing future leaders within the team. Responsible for overseeing kitchen cleanliness, inventory management, and the maintenance of kitchen equipment, the Kitchen Leader helps foster a productive and organized workspace that supports efficient service delivery. The role requires active involvement on the kitchen floor, encouraging teamwork and driving operational excellence to create outstanding customer experiences. Alongside these operational responsibilities, Kitchen Leaders embody the Food With Integrity philosophy that Chipotle champions, playing an important part in conversations around the future of farming and food. In this role, Kitchen Leaders get extensive hands-on experience in culinary techniques like grilling meats and sautéing vegetables while also acquiring skills in managing inventory levels and minimizing food waste. The position offers competitive pay ranging between $16.65 to $18.53 per hour, with additional earnings from digital tips. Beyond compensation, Chipotle supports employee growth with comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, free meals, holiday closures, and opportunities for career advancement. Chipotle is dedicated to being a people-first company where employees are valued and workplace culture is centered on respect, inclusivity, and ongoing development. By joining Chipotle as a Kitchen Leader, individuals step into a role that not only enhances their culinary and leadership skills but also connects them to a mission-driven brand with a trailblazing approach to sustainable fast food.
  • 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