Apprentice Hourly

Chipotle
Lancaster, CA

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

Chipotle is growing fast - we're opening a restaurant almost every day, and we need leaders to grow with us! Our Apprentices have a strong desire to grow into General Managers by assisting in the day-to-day operations of our restaurants. You'll learn what it takes to run a strong business, hire and train great people, and deliver a Guest Obsessed experience. At Chipotle, you'll join a team that's committed to Cultivating A Better World. If this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of, keep reading! See more details below and apply today.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance & retirement savings plan

  • Quarterly bonus program

  • Tuition assistance (subject to eligibility requirements)

  • Career growth (need we say more?)

  • Paid time off

  • Holiday closures

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Be guest obsessed - uphold top-notch standards of excellence and hospitality

  • Act as the leader on duty, ensuring speed of service, accuracy, and positive guest experience

  • Train and develop crew members utilizing Chipotle's training tools and resources

  • Ensure digital orders are delivered accurately and on time

  • Learn to run the day-to-day operational business of your restaurant (creating and managing a schedule, P&L management, sales-forecasting, recruiting and interviewing... you get the idea)

  • Ensure the dining room remains clean and the restaurant is always guest-ready

  • Uphold food safety, operational, and compliance standards

  • Work a standard 50-hour workweek (with applicable overtime paid), including evening and weekend shifts

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE

  • A Guest Obsessed passion for hospitality

  • Friendly and enthusiastic attitude

  • Passion for growth with a desire to learn the General Manager position

  • Genuine enthusiasm for people development and leading others

  • Previous restaurant management experience preferred, including scheduling, P&L management, food safety, sales forecasting, scheduling, and recruiting

The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and interacting with customers. The role requires the ability to stand and walk around the restaurant for 10 hours a day, lift 50lbs./25kgs., and other physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job. It includes working around varied temperatures, tasting and preparing food, and strong communication with the Chipotle team and customers.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $20.40-$22.69. You are also eligible for quarterly cash bonuses 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 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 .

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 [email protected] 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.

Posted 2026-04-03

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