Kitchen Leader – Mentor Teams, Deliver Great Food

Chipotle Mexican Grill group; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; 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, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and master food preparation, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while ensuring the highest quality and safety standards.

You will order food, train others, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience. The role emphasizes keeping the kitchen clean, stocked, and in good repair, with a focus on safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Have the knowledge and ability to speak, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.
• 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 food 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 effectively with Crew members and customers to ensure great service and throughput.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, and sanitized.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to learn and master food preparation, grilling meats, and sautéing vegetables while ensuring the highest quality and safety standards.

You will order food, train others, and model teamwork to deliver a great customer experience. The role emphasizes keeping the kitchen clean, stocked, and in good repair, with a focus on safety and operational excellence.