Kitchen Leader: Grow, Lead & Craft Great Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill in Nashville is seeking a Kitchen Leader to supervise food preparation, maintain quality and safety, and train Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will manage stock, ensure equipment is in good condition, and uphold Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy while delivering an outstanding guest experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced execution, and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience required.
• Ability to speak/write/understand the work location language(s).
• Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep food to order following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory; resolve quality issues.
• Support strong team dynamics 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, sanitized and well stocked; ensure equipment is maintained.
• Ensure MSDS and FIFO processes are followed.
• Ensure safety guidelines are met to prevent injuries or accidents.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Language skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill in Nashville is seeking a Kitchen Leader to supervise food preparation, maintain quality and safety, and train Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will manage stock, ensure equipment is in good condition, and uphold Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy while delivering an outstanding guest experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced execution, and hands-on leadership.