Kitchen Leader - Eugene, OR

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain dedicated to cultivating a better world by offering responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made with wholesome ingredients and free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Established as a pioneer in the fast-food industry, Chipotle has grown its presence not only in the United States but also internationally across Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Unlike many other large restaurant chains, Chipotle owns and operates all of its restaurants in North America and Europe, ensuring consistent quality and values across every location. The company is deeply committed to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and innovation, striving towards becoming a leader in digital technology and sustainable business practices in the food service industry. Chipotle is recognized for its passionate workforce focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining its mission of making better food accessible to everyone. As a Kitchen Leader at Chipotle, you will play a vital role in delivering on the company’s promise of high-quality, delicious food while shaping the future of fast food through leadership, teamwork, and operational excellence. This full-time position centers on preparing great food, including grilling meats and sautéing vegetables, ensuring every dish meets Chipotle's high standards for taste and presentation. More than just a cook, the Kitchen Leader is responsible for maintaining kitchen cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness, from managing inventory and food waste to ensuring equipment is well-maintained and safe to use. A critical part of the role is leading and developing crew members, mentoring them to become future Kitchen Leaders, which helps foster a strong team environment and supports career growth within the company. This role demands a hands-on, energetic approach as Kitchen Leaders stay active on their feet throughout their shifts, balancing multiple tasks such as cooking, cleaning, training, and supporting both back and front of house crew members to ensure a seamless and positive customer experience. Communication is key, as Kitchen Leaders must effectively interact with team members and customers to maintain smooth operations and uphold the company’s Food With Integrity philosophy. The position requires adherence to Chipotle’s stringent food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines to prevent accidents and uphold quality standards. Chipotle offers a supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. The company provides comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and competitive compensation. With ample opportunities for advancement—over 80 percent of Chipotle’s managers started as crew—this position is an excellent entry point for those seeking a rewarding culinary career with a purpose-driven organization. Joining Chipotle means becoming part of a company that is continuously evolving, learning, and leading the way in fast casual dining with a commitment to better food and better business practices.

• 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