Kitchen Leader: Lead Great Food & Grow Your Career

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; Flanders (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Digital Tips

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader to train and lead Kitchen Crew, cook to order, and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. You will mentor Crew members, ensure efficient service, and uphold Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy in a fast‑paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proper equipment maintenance, and staying on top of inventory while delivering an excellent guest experience. Competitive pay and benefits accompany career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Understand Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Able to speak, write, and understand the primary language of the work location (English).
• Have a high school diploma.
• Have restaurant experience.

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 with Crew members and customers to ensure great service and throughput.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and well stocked and maintain equipment.

Skills

Philosophy understanding

English language proficiency

High school diploma

Restaurant experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MSDS handling

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader to train and lead Kitchen Crew, cook to order, and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. You will mentor Crew members, ensure efficient service, and uphold Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy in a fast‑paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proper equipment maintenance, and staying on top of inventory while delivering an excellent guest experience. Competitive pay and benefits accompany career growth opportunities.