Kitchen Leader: Lead, Train & Deliver Great Food

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Free food

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader who will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You will train others, ensure quality and safety, keep the kitchen stocked, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience.

Responsibilities include cooking to order, guiding Crew, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring equipment is in good condition. The role emphasizes collaboration and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Restaurant experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep food to order following kitchen procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and food quality to reduce waste.
• Support a strong team dynamic between back-of-house and front-of-house crews.
• Develop crew members to become future Kitchen Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with crew and customers to ensure great service.
• Keep kitchen clean, sanitized, and well maintained.
• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines to prevent injuries.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Food prep basics

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Kitchen Leader who will learn to prepare great food, grill meats, and sauté vegetables. You will train others, ensure quality and safety, keep the kitchen stocked, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience.

Responsibilities include cooking to order, guiding Crew, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring equipment is in good condition. The role emphasizes collaboration and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.