Kitchen Leader: Lead, Train & Deliver Great Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; 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

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader to manage food preparation, quality, and safety in a fast-paced environment. You will order food, train Crew members, and support a culture of teamwork to deliver a great guest experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean facilities, monitoring inventory, and ensuring equipment is safe and functional. This role offers advancement opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Understanding and articulation of Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.
• A high school diploma is required.
• Restaurant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep food to order and follow kitchen procedures.
• Monitor inventory and waste; resolve quality issues.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back-of-house and front-of-house Crew.
• Develop Crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with Crew members and customers to ensure great service.
• Keep kitchen clean, sanitized, and well-maintained.
• Ensure equipment is in good repair and safety guidelines are followed.
• Fill MSDS and FIFO procedures as required.

Skills

Food integrity philosophy

Work location language skills

High school diploma

Restaurant experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is hiring a Kitchen Leader to manage food preparation, quality, and safety in a fast-paced environment. You will order food, train Crew members, and support a culture of teamwork to deliver a great guest experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean facilities, monitoring inventory, and ensuring equipment is safe and functional. This role offers advancement opportunities and a competitive benefits package.