Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $113,000.00 - $158,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation
Equity awards
Job Description
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a revolutionary force in the fast-food industry, committed to cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Established as a trailblazer in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector, Chipotle operates a significant number of independently owned restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Uniquely, Chipotle is the sole large restaurant company that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe, ensuring impeccable quality and consistency in every location. This global reach is... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary Arts degree required
- Minimum 7 years active culinary experience including 3+ years in QSR and multi-unit service segment including managerial roles preferred
- At least 2 years supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to travel domestically up to 25%
- Capable of a 5-day in-person work week at Newport Beach and Irvine offices
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Job Qualifications
- Culinary Arts degree required
- 4-year bachelor’s degree preferred
- Over 7 years of active culinary experience including more than 3 years in quick-service restaurant and multi-unit service roles
- At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred
- Proven track record in menu innovation and product R&D
- Strong project management and people leadership skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives and teams effectively
- Passion for exceptional food and people
Job Duties
- Lead culinary initiatives and manage product innovation and R&D projects using the Stage Gate Process
- Manage and steward new product innovation projects at Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure core menu and innovation ingredients meet the Chipotle Food with Integrity standards
- Oversee core menu optimization efforts in collaboration with cross-functional members
- Plan and execute consumer testing and product validation including in-store testing, focus groups, concept development, and market pilots
- Collaborate with culinary team and partners to deliver key growth strategies
- Present culinary concepts and project updates to diverse audiences and leadership
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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