Kitchen Leader — Elevate Food Quality & Team Growth

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 49,858,000 - 55,446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

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 lead food prep, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You will order supplies, train Crew to become Kitchen Leaders, and ensure quality and safety of Chipotle’s dishes daily.

The role emphasizes teamwork and driving a great customer experience while keeping the kitchen clean and stocked. You will mentor crew members, monitor food quality, and collaborate with back-of-house and front-of-house teams to meet station goals and help the

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Restaurant experience preferred.
• Ability to understand Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping food to order.
• Monitor food waste and inventory, resolve quality issues.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back of house and front of house.
• Develop Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate with Crew and customers to ensure great service.
• Keep kitchen clean, sanitized, and well organized.
• Maintain equipment and ensure quick repairs when needed.
• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines to prevent injuries.

Skills

Food safety

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and lead food prep, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You will order supplies, train Crew to become Kitchen Leaders, and ensure quality and safety of Chipotle’s dishes daily.

The role emphasizes teamwork and driving a great customer experience while keeping the kitchen clean and stocked. You will mentor crew members, monitor food quality, and collaborate with back-of-house and front-of-house teams to meet station goals and help the