Kitchen Leader: Lead Craft, Train Teams, Elevate Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to guide food preparation, ensure quality and safety, and train Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will keep the kitchen clean, well stocked, and running smoothly while motivating teammates to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities include cooking to order, managing inventory, and maintaining equipment. This role emphasizes teamwork, excellent communication, and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to train others and develop future Kitchen Leaders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to order following Chipotle procedures.
• Monitor food quality and inventory; reduce waste.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and stocked; maintain equipment.
• Lead and train Crew members to become Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with Crew and customers to ensure great service.
• Ensure kitchen safety and sanitation standards are met.
• Rotate stock and follow FIFO practices.
• Support a cooperative back-of-house and front-of-house dynamic.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader to guide food preparation, ensure quality and safety, and train Crew to become future Kitchen Leaders. You will keep the kitchen clean, well stocked, and running smoothly while motivating teammates to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities include cooking to order, managing inventory, and maintaining equipment. This role emphasizes teamwork, excellent communication, and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.