Kitchen Leader

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Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast‑food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

As Kitchen Leader, you will learn how to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You are responsible for making sure our food is absolutely delicious. You’ll order the food and train others to become future Kitchen Leaders.

The Kitchen Leader helps ensure the quality and safety of Chipotle’s delicious food every day. They keep the kitchen clean, organized, and well‑stocked; maintain equipment in good condition; serve as a role model for Crew members; and help develop future Kitchen Leaders. Their teamwork promotes a great customer experience, and they always stay busy on their feet, accomplishing their station’s goals, taking on tasks that arise, and pitching in to help teammates.

• In addition to following Chipotle’s policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and following kitchen procedures
• Monitoring food waste and inventory levels, and resolving food quality issues
• Supporting a strong team dynamic between back‑of‑house Crew and front‑of‑house Crew
• Developing Crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders
• Communicating with Crew members and customers effectively to ensure great customer service and throughput
• Ensuring the kitchen is properly cleaned and sanitized
• Monitoring kitchen equipment and ensuring it is kept in good repair; repairing malfunctioning equipment as quickly as possible
• Ensuring that the kitchen itself and all Crew members meet the necessary guidelines to prevent injuries or accidents
• Filling out Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Inventory Rotation (FIFO)

• Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy
• Knowledge and ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location
• High school diploma
• Restaurant experience

• Tuition assistance (100% coverage for select degrees or up to $5,250/year)
• Free food (yes, really FREE)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Digital Tips
• Paid time off
• Holiday closures
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for advancement (80% of managers started as Crew)

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe.

With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Restaurants

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people‑first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world‑class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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