Kitchen Leader - Quick Hire!

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain dedicated to cultivating a better world through responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made with wholesome ingredients. Established with a commitment to providing delicious meals without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, Chipotle has grown to operate restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Uniquely, Chipotle owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe, maintaining direct control over the quality and consistency of its food and service. The company is at the forefront of innovation within the food industry, leading efforts in digital technology, sustainability, and inclusive business practices. Chipotle's passionate employees strive to deliver a great guest experience and uphold the company's mission of making better food accessible to everyone. Equal opportunity and diversity are central values for Chipotle, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for all staff. The role of Kitchen Leader at Chipotle is a dynamic and rewarding position that goes far beyond traditional fast-food roles. As a Kitchen Leader, you will learn how to prepare exceptional food, including grilling meats and sautéing vegetables, ensuring that every dish served meets Chipotle's high standards for quality and flavor. This position is vital to the restaurant's success as it combines hands-on food preparation with leadership and development responsibilities. You will be entrusted with maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen while overseeing the maintenance and proper use of equipment. Leading by example, you will serve as a role model to Crew members, training and mentoring them to become future Kitchen Leaders and fostering a strong, collaborative team environment. Communication skills are essential, as you will connect with both back-of-house and front-of-house Crew to promote teamwork and optimize the customer experience. The Kitchen Leader is constantly engaged, keeping busy on their feet, managing station goals, addressing kitchen needs, and supporting teammates wherever necessary. This role demands attention to detail, ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed meticulously to avoid injuries or accidents. You will be responsible for monitoring inventory, reducing food waste, and resolving quality concerns while adhering to Chipotle's strict policies and procedures. The position also involves administrative tasks such as completing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and managing inventory rotation (FIFO). Chipotle offers this opportunity as a part-time or full-time employment with competitive compensation, tuition assistance for select degrees, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. The company prides itself on promoting from within, with many managers having started their journeys as Crew members. As a Kitchen Leader at Chipotle, you will be a critical part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to changing the fast-food industry by delivering better food and cultivating a better world.

• Have a high school diploma
• Have restaurant experience
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Basic math and inventory management skills