General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its commitment to serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food made with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Founded with the mission to cultivate a better world, Chipotle stands out by transforming the typical fast-food experience into something more meaningful and sustainable. With thousands of restaurants across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle is unique in its approach as it owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe, ensuring consistent quality and operational excellence. The company’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and digital leadership continues to drive its expansion and reputation as an industry leader.

The General Manager role at Chipotle offers a dynamic opportunity to lead in a fast-growing environment where a new restaurant opens almost daily. This role is suited for leaders who are passionate about cultivating a positive team culture, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and driving business success. As a General Manager, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and hiring to training, development, and performance management. Your leadership will be key in maintaining Chipotle’s high standards of hospitality, speed of service, accuracy, and safety.

This position demands accountability for the day-to-day operational and financial success of the restaurant, including P&L management, sales forecasting, scheduling, and compliance with food safety and operational standards. You will lead a team that is deeply committed to the company’s mission of cultivating a better world through thoughtful sourcing and innovative food preparation. The role offers a challenging yet rewarding environment, fostering career growth and leadership development with multiple opportunities to support and be rewarded through career advancement and bonuses.

Chipotle not only emphasizes exceptional food and service but also invests heavily in the well-being and development of its team members. With a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, tuition assistance, paid time off, and holiday closures, working as a General Manager at Chipotle supports both your professional and personal growth. Through meaningful community engagement and creative marketing initiatives like fundraisers, you will also enrich the restaurant’s relationship with its community.

Being physically engaged, the role necessitates working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and interacting directly with customers. It requires the ability to stand and move around the restaurant for long periods, lifting up to 50lbs and managing a range of physical activities inherent in restaurant operations. Your leadership will encompass all operational hours, including lunch, dinner, and weekends, ensuring consistent excellence.

Chipotle is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level. The company fosters an inclusive culture that champions hiring world-class individuals from all backgrounds. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are encouraged to ensure a fair hiring process. Join Chipotle’s mission-driven team to help make better food accessible to everyone while advancing your career in a purpose-driven company renowned for its sustainability and innovation in the food service industry.