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Kitchen Leader

Job in Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 07064, USA
Listing for: Chipotle Mexican Grill
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage, Server/Wait Staff
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17.4 - 19.35 USD Hourly USD 17.40 19.35 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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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.

THE

OPPORTUNITY

As Kitchen Leader you will learn how to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables while ensuring our food is absolutely delicious. You’ll order ingredients and train new Kitchen Leaders. You serve as a role model for Crew members, promoting teamwork and creating a great customer experience.

What You’ll Do
  • Ensure food quality by cooking and preparing 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 to be future Kitchen Leaders.
  • Communicate with Crew members and customers effectively to ensure great customer service and throughput.
  • Maintain the kitchen cleanliness and sanitation. sneller>
  • Monitor kitchen equipment, ensuring it is kept in good repair and remedy malfunctions promptly.
  • Maintain safety and injury prevention standards for kitchen and Crew members.
  • Fill out Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Inventory Rotation (FIFO).
  • What You’ll Bring To The Table
    • Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
    • Proficiency in speaking,egaanka, writing, and understanding the primary language(s) of the work location.
    • High school diploma.
    • Restaurant experience.
    What’s In It For You
    • Tuition assistance (100% coverage for select degrees or up to $ Canadians/year).
    • Free food.
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
    • Digital tips.
    • Paid time off.
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    • Competitive compensation.
    • Opportunities for advancement (80% of managers started as Crew).
    PAY TRANSPARENCY

    Base pay range: $17.40–$19.35 per hour. Actual base pay may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle prvi? offers a competitive benefits package. Visit  for more details.

    WHO WE AREChipotle 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());

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    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 level

    Not Applicable

    Employment type

    Full‑time

    Job function

    Management and Manufacturing

    Industries

    Restaurants

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