General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is a renowned fast-casual restaurant chain that is dedicated to cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients free from artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Founded with a mission to change the face of fast food, Chipotle has revolutionized the industry by emphasizing quality, sustainability, and transparency. With restaurants located in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Chipotle stands out as the only restaurant company of its size that fully owns and operates all of its locations across North America and Europe. The company prides itself on its commitment to providing an outstanding guest experience while continuously innovating in digital technology, sustainable business practices, and accessibility of better food for everyone. Rooted deeply in its values, Chipotle fosters a culture of inclusion, equity, and diversity, ensuring a supportive environment for all employees and guests alike.

The opportunity at hand is for a General Manager to join Chipotle’s rapidly growing team. Chipotle is opening new restaurants almost every day, and the need for strong, inspiring leaders is critical to supporting this continuous expansion. As a General Manager, you will have the chance to lead from the front, shaping a winning culture and driving business success. This role goes beyond traditional fast food management; it focuses on hiring and nurturing great talent, developing leadership within the team, and ensuring operational excellence in every aspect of the restaurant. You will be responsible for the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, hiring, and managing performance, while creating a work environment that values hospitality and guest satisfaction.

This leadership position demands a hands-on approach to managing restaurant operations, including the creation and management of schedules, controlling profit and loss, sales forecasting, and ensuring that the dining room remains clean and guest-ready at all times. The General Manager will uphold Chipotle’s high standards for food safety, operational procedures, and compliance while also being accountable for the overall financial success of the restaurant. The role involves working various shifts, including lunch, dinner, and weekends, to provide consistent leadership across all hours of operation.

Working at Chipotle offers numerous benefits and growth opportunities, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, quarterly bonus programs, people development bonuses, tuition assistance subject to eligibility, and paid time off, alongside holiday closures. The General Manager role offers a competitive salary range between $55,000 and $77,500 per year, plus quarterly cash bonuses based on performance. This position also entails a physically active work environment, requiring the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and actively engage with team members and guests in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Joining Chipotle means becoming part of a people-first company that values world-class talent and champions an inclusive, equitable culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Chipotle invites qualified applicants of all backgrounds to contribute to its mission of making better food accessible while shaping the future of the fast-casual dining experience. Overall, this is an exciting leadership role for professionals eager to make an impact, drive business results, and cultivate a better world through responsible and innovative restaurant management.