Crew Member Role at Chipotle Mexican Grill, Plano TX

Neolife Updates; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free meals

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive pay

Advancement path

Digital tips

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill in Plano, TX is hiring a full-time Crew Member to join a team that prepares real food by hand every day — no freezers, microwaves, or can openers in sight. With comprehensive training and a clear advancement path, this role is built for someone who wants more than just a paycheck.

As a Crew Member, you will work across multiple stations, from grill to expo, delivering friendly, efficient service and helping guests with a positive experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Ability to communicate in the primary language of the work location.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks across stations.

Responsibilities

• Grill: cook proteins and ingredients to standard.
• Cashier: handle front counter service.
• Prep: prepare fresh ingredients following recipes.
• Salsa: create signatures and sides.
• Expo: assemble orders and maintain quality control.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Customer service

Team player

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill in Plano, TX is hiring a full-time Crew Member to join a team that prepares real food by hand every day — no freezers, microwaves, or can openers in sight. With comprehensive training and a clear advancement path, this role is built for someone who wants more than just a paycheck.

Crew Member at Chipotle Mexican Grill — Plano, TX

Chipotle is on a mission to cultivate a better world through responsibly sourced, classically cooked food made with wholesome ingredients and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. As a Crew Member, you contribute directly to that vision while working across multiple stations.

What You'll Do

• Grill: Cook proteins and other ingredients to brand standards
• Cashier: Deliver friendly, efficient service at the front counter
• Prep: Prepare fresh ingredients following Chipotle's recipes
• Salsa: Create signature salsas and sides from scratch
• Expo: Assemble orders accurately and maintain quality control

What You Bring to the Table

• A friendly, enthusiastic attitude
• Passion for helping and serving customers and teammates
• Desire to learn how to cook (a lot)
• Be at least 16 years old
• Ability to communicate in the primary language(s) of the work location

Prior experience as a dishwasher, server, host, bartender, cook, or prep cook is welcomed but not required. Chipotle provides the training you need to feel confident working at any station.

What's In It for You

• Tuition assistance — 100% coverage for select degrees or up to $5,250 per year
• Free food (yes, really free)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Digital tips
• Paid time off
• Holiday closures
• Competitive compensation
• Clear advancement path — over 80% of managers were promoted from Crew roles

Application Tips

The restaurant industry values speed, consistency, and genuine hospitality. To stand out when applying for this role, consider these strategies:

• Highlight food safety awareness: Mention any familiarity with ServSafe certification or basic food handling protocols
• Showcase cross-station versatility: Emphasize experience working multiple roles in a single shift, such as moving between kitchen and front-of-house
• Demonstrate guest-first thinking: Reference specific moments where you resolved a customer issue or elevated a dining experience
• Research Chipotle's "Food with Integrity" philosophy: Understanding their commitment to ethically sourced ingredients helps you align your responses during any interview

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state or local laws.

This posting closes on December 9, 2026 —