Kitchen Leader

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A leading fast-casual restaurant chain in Missoula is seeking a Kitchen Leader. You will be responsible for ensuring food quality, training future leaders, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and restaurant experience. Join us for competitive compensation and benefits including tuition assistance and free food.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.
• Knowledge of kitchen procedures and food quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and grill meats as per procedures.
• Train crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.

Skills

Ability to understand Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy

Restaurant experience

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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. You are responsible for ensuring 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 see to it that the kitchen is clean, organized and well stocked; and that the equipment is properly maintained and in good condition. Throughout the process, they serve as a role model for Crew members, helping them learn to become future Kitchen Leaders. At its core, as with every position at Chipotle, it is about promoting teamwork and creating a great customer experience. While on the clock, the Kitchen Leaders are always busy on their feet, accomplishing their station’s goals, taking on tasks that arise, and pitching‑in to help teammates.

What You’ll Do

• Follow Chipotle’s policies and procedures, taking responsibility for the kitchen.
• 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 and front‑of‑house crew.
• Develop crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate with crew members and customers effectively to ensure great service and throughput.
• Ensure the kitchen is properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Monitor kitchen equipment, ensuring it is kept in good repair and repair malfunctioning equipment promptly.
• Ensure that the kitchen and all crew members meet necessary guidelines to prevent injuries or accidents.
• Fill out Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and perform Inventory Rotation (FIFO).

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• 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.

What’s In It For You

• Tution 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).

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Restaurants

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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.

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