Kitchen Leader: Lead, Train & Deliver Great Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Digital tips

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to train Crew and lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring delicious food and excellent service. You’ll manage food prep, inventory, and safety while coaching teammates to become future Kitchen Leaders. The role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Expect hands-on cooking, equipment upkeep, and a focus on maintaining Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy in a fast-paced restaurant setting.

Qualifications

• Have the ability to understand and articulate Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy.
• Have the knowledge and ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality by cooking and prepping food to order.
• Monitor food waste and inventory levels.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back of house Crew and front of house Crew.
• Develop Crew members to be future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate with Crew members and customers effectively in order to ensure great customer service and throughput.
• Ensure the kitchen is properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and ensure it is kept in good repair; repair malfunctioning equipment quickly.
• Ensure that the kitchen and Crew meet safety guidelines to prevent injuries.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to train Crew and lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring delicious food and excellent service. You’ll manage food prep, inventory, and safety while coaching teammates to become future Kitchen Leaders. The role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Expect hands-on cooking, equipment upkeep, and a focus on maintaining Chipotle’s Food With Integrity philosophy in a fast-paced restaurant setting.