Crew Member at Chipotle Mexican Grill – Queens, NY

Neolife Updates; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance—up to 5250 USD/year

Free food during shifts

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Digital tips and competitive base pay:

Paid time off and holiday closures

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill in Queens, NY is hiring a Crew Member to join the team. You will work across stations, prepare food by hand, and provide outstanding service in a fast-paced, friendly restaurant environment.

All applicants should bring a friendly attitude and a desire to learn. This role offers growth opportunities with 80% of managers starting from Crew positions.

Qualifications

• Friendly and enthusiastic attitude
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members

Responsibilities

• Prepare real food by hand across stations (grill, cashier, prep, salsa, expo)
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain a welcoming atmosphere
• Support team with reliable attendance and positive teamwork

Job description

Crew Member Opportunity at Chipotle Mexican Grill in Queens, NY

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Crew Member for its Queens, New York location. This full-time role is built around a simple premise: food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. With real ingredients prepared by hand every day and no freezers or microwaves in sight, Chipotle is redefining what a restaurant career can look like. Over 80% of their managers were promoted from the Crew ranks, making this a genuine launchpad for anyone eager to learn, grow, and advance.

What You Will Do

At Chipotle, every team member receives training to work confidently across all stations—grill, cashier, prep, salsa, and expo. You will prepare real food by hand, deliver exceptional customer service, and help create the friendly atmosphere guests expect. Whether you have experience as a dishwasher, server, host, cook, or no experience at all, Chipotle is looking for passionate people ready to join the team.

What You Will Bring

• A friendly and enthusiastic attitude
• A passion for helping and serving others—both customers and team members
• A desire to learn how to cook (a lot)
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Ability to communicate in the primary language(s) of the work location

Benefits and Compensation

Chipotle backs its Crew Members with a competitive package designed to support both your present and your future:

• Tuition assistance—100% coverage for select degrees or up to $5,250 per year
• Free food during shifts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Digital tips and competitive base pay ranging from $17.00 to $18.00 per hour
• Paid time off and guaranteed holiday closures
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Clear pathways for advancement—80% of managers started as Crew

Application Tips

Consider these strategies to strengthen your Crew Member application:

• Highlight availability and reliability—restaurant hiring managers prioritize candidates who can commit to consistent shifts, including weekends.
• Demonstrate teamwork on your resume—volunteer work, sports, or group projects all count as evidence of collaborative skills essential for kitchen and front-of-house operations.
• Show up prepared—if invited to interview, dress in clean, casual-appropriate attire and arrive five minutes early; first impressions matter in hospitality.
• Express interest in your mission—Chipotle serves responsibly sourced, real food; showing genuine alignment with their values sets you apart from generic applicants.