Kitchen Leader - Join the Team!

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., publicly traded as NYSE: CMG, is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain that has revolutionized the fast-food industry by emphasizing responsibly sourced, classically cooked food made from real ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. With locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle is unique among its peers as it owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. This commitment ensures consistency and quality in every restaurant experience. Chipotle’s mission is to cultivate a better world by shifting the future of farming and food through sustainable business practices, digital innovation, and technology while maintaining a people-first culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a Kitchen Leader at Chipotle, you play a crucial role in ensuring that every customer enjoys delicious, high-quality food in a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen environment. This role involves preparing food to Chipotle’s high standards, such as grilling meats and sautéing vegetables, as well as managing inventory and minimizing waste. A Kitchen Leader is responsible for both the operational excellence of the kitchen and the development of crew members, training them to become capable future Kitchen Leaders themselves. It is a dynamic role that requires multitasking and the ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and teamwork. Leadership in this position is about setting a positive example, supporting the team, and continuously improving processes to guarantee safety and quality. In addition to the hands-on food preparation and kitchen management responsibilities, the Kitchen Leader is expected to maintain compliance with all health and safety guidelines, monitor equipment maintenance, and ensure that all crew members follow safety protocols. Communication is key, both with team members and customers, to ensure an efficient and enjoyable dining experience. The position is full-time and offers a competitive compensation range of $17.15 to $19.06 per hour, along with eligibility for digital tips. Chipotle also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance, free meals during shifts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holiday closures, and opportunities for career advancement. About 80% of managers at Chipotle began their journey as crew members, highlighting the company’s focus on growth and development from within. Working at Chipotle means joining a vibrant company dedicated not only to serving nutritious, real food but also to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every team member's contributions. Chipotle is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities to support a collaborative and accessible recruitment process. Whether you are passionate about food service, leadership, or sustainable business practices, the Kitchen Leader role offers a meaningful opportunity to grow and make a difference in both the workplace and the community.

• Have a high school diploma
• Have restaurant experience
• Be able to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy
• Be able to communicate effectively in the primary language(s) of the work location