Kitchen Leader-Quick Hire!|Hillsboro,OR,USA,OR|Chipotle | Hiring
Posted on October 24, 2025
Hillsboro, OR, USA Role Highlights
Position: Kitchen Leader - Quick Hire! (Based in Hillsboro, OR, USA) Employer: Chipotle (Hiring in Hillsboro, OR, USA) Based in: Hillsboro, OR, USA, OR (a central Hillsboro, OR, USA location) Posted: Recently.
Salary: $17-$19/Hour (approx. $38.8k/Year) Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Core Focus
This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Hillsboro, OR, USA.
- This Hillsboro, OR, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Chipotle team in Hillsboro, OR, USA, OR is growing.
- Benefit from working in Hillsboro, OR, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., trading on the NYSE as CMG, is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its commitment to serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked food made from wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. With locations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle uniquely owns and operates all of its restaurants in North America and Europe, setting it apart as a major player in the food service industry. Chipotle is dedicated to cultivating a better world by reshaping the fast-food experience with transparency, quality, and sustainability at its core. The company is passionate about innovation, embracing technology and digital advancements while fostering sustainable business practices that support both the environment and communities.
At Chipotle, the focus extends beyond just providing nutritious food — it centers on creating a positive impact through ethical sourcing and supporting future food systems. Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy guides every decision, from the ingredients selected to the relationships built with farmers and suppliers. Employees at all levels are encouraged to embody this philosophy, champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contribute to the company’s larger mission of making better food accessible to everyone.
The Kitchen Leader position at Chipotle offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food quality, teamwork, and leadership. As a critical member of the restaurant's team, a Kitchen Leader learns essential culinary skills such as cooking, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while ensuring all food served meets Chipotle’s high standards of taste and safety. This role carries the responsibility of maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen environment, as well as ensuring that all equipment is operating properly and safely.
The Kitchen Leader serves as a role model within the kitchen, guiding and training other crew members to develop their skills and potentially advance to leadership positions. This fosters a culture of growth and support across back-of-house and front-of-house teams alike. Being a Kitchen Leader involves staying active on your feet, completing assigned goals, pitching in where needed, and nurturing strong communication and teamwork. The position emphasizes the importance of upholding Chipotle’s policies, supporting food safety procedures, and contributing to a memorable customer experience.
Chipotle invests in its team members by providing benefits such as tuition assistance, free food, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and competitive compensation. There are also digital tips and holiday closures, reflecting Chipotle’s commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance. Career advancement is actively supported, with the majority of managers have started from crew member positions, illustrating a clear pathway for growth.
Joining Chipotle means becoming part of an organization that values diversity at all levels and strives for inclusivity. The company welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. By joining the Chipotle team as a Kitchen Leader, you become an integral part of a brand that is transforming the fast-food landscape and driving a responsible, thoughtful approach to how people eat and work in the food service industry.
- Have a high school diploma
- Have restaurant experience
- Ability to understand and communicate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy
- Ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location
- Availability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Commitment to maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards