I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Chipotle (Sacramento, CA) in Oct 2011
Interview
They are very informative about the culture of Chipotle, including the 13 characteristics and Food with Integrity. Upward mobility is stressed is a requirement for someone to be hired. Being outgoing and asking questions is considered an important characteristic.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They will ask for you to tell them a joke. This is in order to gauge your personality and ability to think and act on your feet.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Chipotle (Chicago, IL) in Jun 2013
Interview
There was a total of three interviews. The first one was in a job fair setting. It was me and another girl talking to the hiring manager. The questions were all about you. They want to know your interests. MAKE SURE YOU DO RESEARCH ABOUT THE COMPANY! The same day you were called back for the 2nd interview (if you weren't called that means you will not get the job). The second interview happened a few hours later. This interview consisted of 8 - 10 people. I don't remember the exact number. I just know way less than the first interview. This one was a group interview. We were all asked the same questions. Ex: "Why do you want to work for Chipotle?"
Then they sent us home. They said they'll contact whomever they want for the 3rd and final interview. I was called the same day and was told to come in for the 3rd interview on Friday (two days post the 1st and 2nd interview). I came in for the 3rd interview. I was told to that the hiring manager is not there, so they sent me home. I was also told to call back to reschedule my interview. I called back the next day and was told to come in a week later. I thought that it was so unprofessional that I decided to skip the third interview for another interview. I got that job on the spot.