Kitchen Leader: Build Strong Teams & Service-Driven Kitchen

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free meals

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to train crews, ensure food quality and safety, and keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and well-maintained. You will guide both back-of-house and front-of-house teammates, cook to order, control waste, and uphold Chipotle’s standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, hands-on leadership, and a strong customer focus, with opportunities to advance as you develop future Kitchen Leaders. On-the-job learning, competitive pay, and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must understand Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand English.
• Restaurant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep food to order following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory; resolve quality issues.
• Support teamwork between back-of-house and front-of-house Crew.
• Develop Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with Crew and customers to ensure great service.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized, and well stocked; maintain equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to train crews, ensure food quality and safety, and keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and well-maintained. You will guide both back-of-house and front-of-house teammates, cook to order, control waste, and uphold Chipotle’s standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, hands-on leadership, and a strong customer focus, with opportunities to advance as you develop future Kitchen Leaders. On-the-job learning, competitive pay, and benefits are offered.