Regional Recruiter

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking a Regional Recruiter to support restaurant leadership. You will lead Restaurant Manager searches, facilitate internal interviews for regional leaders, and build regional recruitment strategies with senior field leadership.

The role focuses on staffing across hourly and management levels and requires shaping talent strategies in partnership with HRBPs and COEs. You will engage with field leaders to drive applicant flow, coach managers on best practices, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in Recruiting or related field.
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence business leaders through effective communication.
• Results-driven with ability to execute short and long-term projects.
• Demonstrated ability to be a change agent and work with cross-functional/remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and provide selection guidance for Restaurant Manager and field leadership roles.
• Facilitate internal interview processes for regional leadership.
• Develop regional recruitment strategies with senior field leadership.
• Lead hourly recruiting efforts across the region and support staffing strategies.
• Coach leaders and advocate for staffing, interviewing, and candidate experience best practices.
• Partner with HRBP and COEs to implement market-specific recruitment strategies.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Recruiting experience

Strategic thinking

Change agent

Cross-functional collaboration

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

GED required

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Regional Recruiter to support our restaurant leadership. You should have a proven track record of interviewing and identifying leaders at all levels and teaching and coaching on recruiting best practices. As a Regional Recruiter, you’ll lead Restaurant Manager searches and facilitate the internal interview process for regional leadership. In this position, you must be able to identify recruitment trends and challenges and implement solutions to solve business needs. Additionally, you must be able to interpret and apply an understanding of Chipotle policies and practices, employment law, and other regulations to serve as a recruiting expert in your region. A passion for fresh guac might also come in handy.

What You’ll Do

• Creatively source, screen, and provide selection guidance for Restaurant Manager and field leadership positions
• Facilitate the internal interview process for regional leadership positions
• Develop regional recruitment strategies with senior field leadership by identify hiring trends through regular reporting while partnering with restaurant leadership to drive strategic priorities
• Lead hourly recruiting efforts across your region by supporting restaurant-level hiring strategies, addressing staffing gaps, and partnering with field leaders to drive applicant flow
• Provide coaching to leaders and champion best practices in staffing, interviewing, and candidate experience
• Be a brand and employee advocate who enables change and innovation to create best-in‑class teams
• Partner with HRBP, other support employees, and COEs to implement market‑specific recruitment strategies to address current and future needs
• Roll out and drive the execution of recruiting initiatives and processes in your region
• Engage in critical activities to understand the business and enable talent succession planning effectively

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required, bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university preferred
• 2+ years of experience in Recruiting or a related field, multi-unit restaurant or retail environment preferred
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence business leaders through effective communication
• Results-driven approach; owns and executes short and long-term projects with sound judgment and decision‑making skills
• Expert problem‑solving skills with an ability to work autonomously to identify gaps and apply creative solutions in ambiguous situations
• Demonstrated ability to be a change agent, partnering with cross‑functional and remote teams to support business leaders at all levels

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $63,000.00–$85,500.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits for more details.

Who We Are

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people‑first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world‑class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non‑accommodations related requests.