I applied online. The process took 4 days. I interviewed at Chipotle in Jan 2015
Interview
Three interviews total. First two consisted of group interviews that included 2 current crew members and a manager, It was a little different for me since this was my first interview process where potential candidates were also sitting in the group interview. The third and final interview was mainly a one-on-one with the general manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions included (from all three interviews):
1. What do you like about Chipotle?
2. What do you know about Chipotle? (as in company facts)
3. If you could have a super power, what would it be and why?
4. What three qualities define you?
5. Why should we hire you as opposed to other candidates?
6. What does being a leader consist of?
7. What is your favorite movie?
Easy, straight forward questions. Started as a group interview and ended up being offered the job along with 2 other people. It was very casual and no pressure. Interviewer was friendly.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a time when you handled an upset customer?
Asked questions about what positions work best for you, why you want to work there, what makes you a good fit there, where you see yourself in 5 years. Very simple and open to answer any questions I had
I applied online. I interviewed at Chipotle (Los Angeles, CA) in May 2026
Interview
Very brief, was only asked a few questions. I felt a decision about not hiring me was made before the interviewer even sat down. I suspect the interviewer was not accustomed to interviewing and may actually only standing in for a manager that was not working that day