Kitchen Leader: Elevate Food, Lead a High-Performing Team

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Ledgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Health insurance

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader in New Jersey. You will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables, while training others to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will ensure quality and safety, maintain a clean and stocked kitchen, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience.

The role focuses on cooking to order, controlling waste, stock management, and helping Crew thrive in a fast-paced environment with hands-on leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant operations and food handling.
• Ability to learn kitchen procedures and safety standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication with Crew members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to order following Chipotle procedures.
• Monitor food quality and inventory; manage waste.
• Train Crew to develop future Kitchen Leaders.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen areas.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and safe to use.
• Promote a safe work environment and prevent injuries.

Skills

Food safety

Food preparation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader in New Jersey. You will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables, while training others to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will ensure quality and safety, maintain a clean and stocked kitchen, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience.

The role focuses on cooking to order, controlling waste, stock management, and helping Crew thrive in a fast-paced environment with hands-on leadership and collaboration.