Kitchen Leader

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

Job summary

Join a leading fast-casual restaurant as a Kitchen Leader, where you'll prepare delicious food, manage orders, and train future leaders. This role emphasizes food quality, teamwork, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment, all while supporting Chipotle's mission of sustainable food practices.

Benefits

Tuition assistance (up to $5,250/year)

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Digital Tips

Paid time off and holiday closures

Competitive pay and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Restaurant experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping according to procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory, resolve quality issues.
• Develop Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.

Skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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About Chipotle

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. Join us as we learn, evolve, and shape the future of accessible, quality food.

The Opportunity

As Kitchen Leader, you will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You will ensure our food is delicious, manage food orders, and train future Kitchen Leaders. Your role includes maintaining food quality and safety, keeping the kitchen clean and organized, and supporting team development and teamwork.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping according to procedures
2. Monitor food waste and inventory, resolve quality issues
3. Support team dynamics between back and front of house
4. Develop Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders
5. Communicate effectively with Crew and customers
6. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen
7. Ensure equipment is maintained and repaired promptly
8. Adhere to safety guidelines to prevent injuries
9. Complete MSDS and inventory rotation tasks

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy
• Proficiency in the primary language of the work location
• High school diploma
• Restaurant experience

Benefits

• Tuition assistance (up to $5,250/year)
• Free food
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Digital Tips
• Paid time off and holiday closures
• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities

About Us

Chipotle Mexican Grill is committed to responsible sourcing, real ingredients, and sustainability. We pride ourselves on a diverse, inclusive culture and a commitment to community and environmental responsibility. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds to apply, including those with disabilities who may need accommodations during the hiring process.