Kitchen Leader - Quick Hire!

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain that has revolutionized the fast-food industry by offering responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients, free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Established with a core mission to cultivate a better world, Chipotle operates restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Unlike many other chains, Chipotle owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe, ensuring consistency in quality and service across its global footprint. Chipotle is widely recognized for its commitment to sustainable business practices, innovative digital technologies, and employee-first culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company prioritizes providing an exceptional guest experience through passionate and knowledgeable employees, who are committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service. The role of Kitchen Leader at Chipotle presents an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of the restaurant’s kitchen operations, playing a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and quality of the food served. This full-time position is ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation, leadership, and team development. As a Kitchen Leader, you will master skills such as preparing great food, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables, all in alignment with Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy—a guiding principle that emphasizes responsibly sourced, high-quality ingredients and sustainable food preparation methods. This role goes beyond food prep; it involves overseeing kitchen cleanliness, safety, inventory management, and equipment maintenance, ensuring that all aspects of kitchen operations support the delivery of delicious food and a seamless customer experience. Moreover, the Kitchen Leader is responsible for fostering a strong team-oriented environment by training and mentoring Crew members, guiding them toward potential leadership positions within the kitchen. As a role model in the kitchen, you will promote teamwork, motivate your peers, and contribute positively to the fast-paced restaurant environment. The role requires active engagement in daily kitchen tasks, ensuring all safety standards are met, monitoring waste and inventory to maintain efficiency, and swiftly addressing any issues that arise with food quality or equipment functionality. Chipotle offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance (up to $5,250 per year or 100% coverage for select degrees), free food during shifts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, digital tips, paid time off, holiday closures, and opportunities for advancement—highlighting that 80% of managers began their careers as Crew members. This position is not only about cooking great food but also about being part of a progressive company that values its employees and encourages personal and professional growth by investing in their futures. If you are enthusiastic about food, committed to high operational standards, and excited to lead a team while making a meaningful difference within a well-established yet ever-evolving restaurant brand, this Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle is an excellent fit. Your contribution will directly support Chipotle’s broader mission to make better food accessible to everyone while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• High school diploma
• Prior restaurant experience
• Ability to understand and explain Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy
• Proficiency in the primary language(s) of the work location
• Ability to work on feet during shifts
• Capacity to lead and train others
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness standards