Kitchen Leader

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

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, sauté vegetables, and ensure 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; and ensure equipment is properly maintained and in good condition. Throughout the process they serve as a role model for Crew members, helping them become future Kitchen Leaders. At its core, it is about promoting teamwork and creating an excellent customer experience.

While on the clock, Kitchen Leaders stay busy on their feet, accomplishing station goals, tackling tasks as they arise, and pitching in to assist teammates.

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory levels, and resolve food quality issues.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back‑of‑house Crew and front‑of‑house Crew.
• Develop Crew members into future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate with Crew members and customers effectively to ensure great customer service and throughput.
• Ensure the kitchen is properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Monitor kitchen equipment, keeping it in good repair and arranging quick repairs for malfunctioning equipment.
• Ensure kitchen operations meet safety guidelines to prevent injuries or accidents.
• Complete Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Inventory Rotation (FIFO) documentation.

• 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.
• Relevant restaurant experience.

• Tuition assistance (100% coverage for select degrees or up to $5,250/year).
• Free food.
• 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 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.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact A if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non‑accommodation related requests.

• Seniority:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Restaurants
• Location:
  
  Baton Rouge, LA
• Salary: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00