Kitchen Leader - Join the Team!

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a leading fast-casual restaurant company committed to cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, and real food made with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. With a presence in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle is unique in its size as it owns and operates all its restaurants across North America and Europe. As a pioneer in the fast-food industry, Chipotle is recognized for its dedication to transforming the typical fast-food experience by prioritizing quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The company’s mission is to make better food accessible to everyone, and it continuously innovates through digital advancements, sustainable business practices, and a strong commitment to its Food With Integrity philosophy. The role of Kitchen Leader at Chipotle offers a dynamic opportunity to engage in hands-on food preparation, kitchen management, and team leadership. This position is critical to ensuring the food quality and safety standards that have become synonymous with the Chipotle brand. As a Kitchen Leader, you will be responsible for preparing delicious meals by grilling meats, sautéing vegetables, and following precise kitchen protocols to guarantee consistency and high standards. Beyond food preparation, this role involves ordering and inventory management, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and equipment functionality, and fostering an environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth among the crew. Kitchen Leaders set the example for other team members by upholding Chipotle’s values and Food With Integrity principles while supporting both the back-of-house and front-of-house operations for optimal customer experience. In this position, you will be actively engaged on your feet, accomplishing daily kitchen goals, identifying and resolving operational challenges, and collaborating to maintain a seamless workflow. You are also expected to mentor and train Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders, which supports the company’s strong commitment to internal career development and opportunities for advancement. With 80% of managers having started as Crew members, Chipotle offers clear pathways for growth within the organization. This role emphasizes responsibility not just for food quality but also for health and safety standards, making sure the kitchen complies with all guidelines to prevent injuries or accidents. Your leadership will enhance customer satisfaction, improve kitchen efficiency, and contribute to Chipotle’s goal of being a leader in both the food industry and the community.

• 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