Kitchen Leader — Lead Great Food & Develop Teams

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; 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 in the United States is seeking a Kitchen Leader who will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables, while guiding Crew members to deliver consistent, high-quality meals and a fast, friendly guest experience.

You will manage food safety, stock, and equipment maintenance, train future leaders, and model teamwork in a busy kitchen. This role offers opportunities for growth within a trusted, values-driven brand.

Qualifications

• Must understand Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language of the work location.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience in a restaurant setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping food to order and following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food waste and inventory levels and resolve quality issues.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back-of-house and front-of-house crews.
• Develop crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with crew and customers to ensure great service and throughput.
• Keep the kitchen clean, sanitized, and well organized.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure quick repairs when needed.
• Ensure safety guidelines are met and MSDS and FIFO are properly handled.

Skills

Food With Integrity philosophy

Multilingual communication

Restaurant experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill in the United States is seeking a Kitchen Leader who will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables, while guiding Crew members to deliver consistent, high-quality meals and a fast, friendly guest experience.

You will manage food safety, stock, and equipment maintenance, train future leaders, and model teamwork in a busy kitchen. This role offers opportunities for growth within a trusted, values-driven brand.