Kitchen Leader: Lead Great Food & Team Development

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Digital tips

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and supervise food prep, grill meats, and sauté vegetables to deliver delicious, high‑quality meals. You will order supplies, train Crew members, and ensure safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen. The role focuses on teamwork and serving a great customer experience.

You will lead by example, promoting Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy while guiding Crew to meet station goals and deliver outstanding service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Restaurant experience preferred
• Ability to understand and articulate Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep food to order following kitchen procedures
• Monitor food quality and inventory, address quality issues
• Support Crew and develop future Kitchen Leaders
• Communicate with Crew and customers to ensure great service
• Keep kitchen clean, organized, and well stocked
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety guidelines are followed
• Complete MSDS and FIFO inventory processes

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and supervise food prep, grill meats, and sauté vegetables to deliver delicious, high‑quality meals. You will order supplies, train Crew members, and ensure safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen. The role focuses on teamwork and serving a great customer experience.

You will lead by example, promoting Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy while guiding Crew to meet station goals and deliver outstanding service.