Apprentice General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is an innovative fast-casual restaurant company that cultivates a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made from wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Founded with the mission to make better food accessible to everyone, Chipotle is actively reshaping the face of fast food by prioritizing quality, sustainability, and guest experience over traditional fast-food norms. With locations throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle is uniquely positioned as the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all of its restaurants across North America and Europe. This extensive global footprint is supported by a passionate and dedicated team committed to consistently delivering a guest-obsessed experience, while embracing best practices in digital technology, sustainable business, and community engagement.

Chipotle is now seeking Apprentices as part of its rapid expansion, opening nearly a new restaurant every day. This role is an outstanding opportunity for driven individuals who aspire to grow into General Managers within the company. Apprentices will receive hands-on experience by assisting in the day-to-day operations of a Chipotle restaurant, gaining comprehensive skills in managing a high-volume food service environment. This position offers exposure to key operational areas including hiring and training great people, managing scheduling, overseeing sales forecasting and profit and loss (P&L) management, and ensuring that every guest interaction meets Chipotle’s elevated standards of hospitality and quality.

In this role, Apprentices will learn firsthand what it takes to lead a successful restaurant team, including how Chipotle uses innovative tools and resources to create growth opportunities and develop future leaders. The Apprentice position combines the fast-paced excitement of the restaurant environment with the growth-oriented culture of a people-first company, dedicated to cultivating talent and fostering a supportive space for employees to thrive. This career path not only develops management expertise but also provides a platform to influence Chipotle’s mission of making better food accessible and sustainable for a broad audience.

Specific to the role, Apprentices will uphold high standards of food safety and operational compliance, ensuring that each restaurant is guest-ready and aligned with company protocols. The job entails working a standard 50-hour workweek, inclusive of evenings and weekends, with applicable overtime paid. Chipotle offers competitive compensation with a base pay range of $23.95 to $26.39 per hour, complemented by a quarterly cash bonus based on performance. Additionally, the company’s total rewards package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, sick leave, vacation time, tuition assistance, and holiday closures, supporting both professional development and personal wellbeing.

Chipotle is also deeply committed to diversity and equal opportunity. The company fosters an inclusive environment welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and is dedicated to accommodating qualified applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. At Chipotle, every team member is respected and valued, reflecting the company’s core values of respect, integrity, and community.

If you are passionate about the food industry, eager to develop strong leadership skills, and motivated to be part of a dynamic company that is changing how the world thinks about fast food, the Chipotle Apprentice position is an ideal fit. Join Chipotle as it continues to grow, innovate, and cultivate a better world through responsible sourcing, real ingredients, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences.