So much opportunity! - Kitchen Manager Chipotle Employee Review

5.0
Apr 4, 2014
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

You get 30 minute paid breaks, that you're allowed to leave the building during, for every 5 hours worked. Free meals when you work, and 50% off when you're off. Being able to set high standards and only tolerate a team that will meet them. An amazing business model. CULTURE, CULTURE, CULTURE!! That's the best part.

Cons

You MUST be prepared to work, and work hard. Lots of hours, which is kind of a pro as well. The high standards are unforgiving and must be upheld to achieve restaurateur.

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5.0
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Pros

Flexible schedule, decent pay. Fun people.

Cons

Can be stressful & overwhelming sometimes.

2.0
Jul 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Somewhat easy to pick up short term work, and depending on the location co-workers can be cool. The free meals are also pretty good, and there is a significant employee discount usually.

Cons

Extremely inconsistent experience between stores. One store I worked at had a really chill manager, while other ones would have management that made the experience absolutely miserable. I had one store that "unofficially" hired me for 18 hours one week and then refused to pay me for those hours, so I guess make absolute sure that all of your hours are recorded in their system. Because portions aren't standardized very well, a significant amount of customers will be angry at you if you don't give enough food, or if you give too much food your manager will yell at you. The fact that the food is made in front of the customer leads to significantly more negative customer interactions. If you do work at a Chipotle, make absolute sure it is one that isn't very busy, as it can be the difference between a relatively chill job and a stressful nightmare.

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