Kitchen Leader - Join the Team!

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a nationally recognized fast-casual restaurant chain dedicated to providing fresh, responsibly sourced, and classically cooked Mexican-inspired cuisine. Founded with a mission to cultivate a better world by serving food without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, Chipotle has transformed the fast-food industry through its commitment to sustainability, quality ingredients, and a transparent approach to food preparation. Operating across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle stands out as the only major restaurant company that owns and operates all its locations in North America and Europe. This unique operational strategy allows Chipotle to maintain stringent quality controls and deliver a consistent, outstanding dining experience to customers worldwide. Chipotle’s culture emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, creating a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. The company is also a leader in embracing digital technologies and sustainable business practices to ensure food accessibility and environmental stewardship. The role of Kitchen Leader at Chipotle is a vital position responsible for maintaining the quality, safety, and operational excellence of the kitchen. This is a fast-paced role that goes beyond typical fast-food tasks to ensure that every dish served aligns with Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy. As a Kitchen Leader, you will be trained in preparing great food, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables, with a clear focus on delivering delicious meals that customers love. You will play a key role in ordering food supplies, monitoring inventory and food waste, and maintaining equipment to ensure the kitchen functions smoothly and safely. Beyond food preparation, the Kitchen Leader is a pivotal figure in staff development, training crew members to step into future leadership roles and fostering a supportive environment between the back-of-house and front-of-house teams. The position requires a hands-on approach, where leaders are active on their feet, executing tasks, identifying needs, and helping teammates to maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and customer service. In addition to these operational duties, Chipotle offers competitive compensation with base pay ranging from $21.25 to $23.65 per hour, along with eligibility for digital tips. Employment as a Kitchen Leader provides numerous benefits including tuition assistance covering select degrees or up to $5,250 per year, free meals, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holiday closures, and a clear pathway to career growth, with 80% of managers having started as crew members. The company fosters an inclusive environment that welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and values, offering reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act for qualified individuals. If you are passionate about food quality, teamwork, and advancing within a company committed to making better food accessible to everyone, the Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle represents a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and be part of a mission-driven organization.

• high school diploma
• 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