Kitchen Leader: Inspire Teams, Craft Great Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Northfield Center Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance (100% coverage for7

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Digital Tips

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill in the United States is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and master food preparation, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while training Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders.

You'll ensure food quality, safety, and a clean, well-stocked kitchen, while promoting teamwork and delivering a great guest experience. The role emphasizes leadership development and hands-on responsibility across kitchen stations.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Restaurant experience required.
• Ability to understand and promote Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping to order and following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory levels; resolve quality issues.
• Support strong team dynamics between back of house and front of house.
• Develop Crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate with Crew members and customers to ensure great service and throughput.
• Ensure kitchen is cleaned and sanitized.
• Monitor equipment and ensure repairs are prompt.
• Ensure kitchen and Crew meet safety guidelines to prevent injuries.
• Complete MSDS and FIFO inventory rotations.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Restaurant operations

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill in the United States is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and master food preparation, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while training Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders.

You'll ensure food quality, safety, and a clean, well-stocked kitchen, while promoting teamwork and delivering a great guest experience. The role emphasizes leadership development and hands-on responsibility across kitchen stations.