Kitchen Leader: Craft Delicious Food & Develop the Team

Chipotle Mexican Grill; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Digital Tips

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and supervise routine cooking, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You will train Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders and drive a positive, collaborative kitchen environment focused on delivering excellent guest experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping to order and following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory levels and resolve quality issues.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back of house and front of house teams.
• Develop Crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with Crew members and customers to ensure great service and throughput.
• Keep the kitchen clean, sanitized, and well organized.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure repairs are addressed promptly.
• Ensure safety guidelines are followed to prevent injuries or accidents.
• Complete MSDS and FIFO documentation as required.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and supervise routine cooking, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You will train Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders and drive a positive, collaborative kitchen environment focused on delivering excellent guest experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and safety in a fast-paced setting.