Regional Recruiter

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

As the Regional Recruiter, you will play a critical role in advancing Chipotle’s restaurant talent strategy by leading the end-to-end sourcing process for Restaurant Manager roles within your assigned region. This includes both proactive and reactive sourcing, conducting initial candidate screenings, and facilitating the interview process in partnership with regional leadership. In this role, you will analyze recruitment trends and challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions that address evolving business needs. You will also interpret and apply Chipotle policies, employment law, and regulatory requirements to serve as a trusted recruiting resource within your region. A passion for fresh guac might also come in handy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Creatively source, screen, and provide selection guidance for Restaurant Manager and field leadership roles, ensuring strong candidate quality and alignment with regional talent needs
• Facilitate the internal interview process for regional leadership roles, ensuring a consistent, efficient, and compliant candidate experience
• Analyze regional hiring trends through regular reporting and partner with senior field leadership to inform and support regional recruitment strategies aligned to business priorities
• Develop regional recruitment strategies with senior field leadership by identify hiring trends through regular reporting while partnering with restaurant leadership to drive strategic priorities
• Provide coaching to leaders and champion best practices in staffing, interviewing, and candidate experience
• Serve as a brand and employee advocate, supporting initiatives that strengthen hiring effectiveness and team quality
• Partner with HRBPs, support functions, and Centers of Excellence to execute market-specific recruitment strategies that address current and future talent needs
• Support the rollout and execution of recruiting initiatives and processes within your region
• Engage in critical talent discussions to deepen business understanding and support effective succession planning

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or a related field preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in recruiting or a related field; experience supporting multi-unit restaurant or retail environments is strongly preferred
• Proven experience interviewing and identifying leadership talent, and supporting best practices in recruiting and candidate selection
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with business leaders and cross-functional partners
• Results-oriented approach, with the ability to manage and execute both short- and long-term recruiting priorities using sound judgment
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently to identify gaps and apply practical solutions in ambiguous situations
• Demonstrated ability to support change initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional and remote teams to meet evolving business needs

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $56,000.00–$77,000.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards 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 https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits 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 WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

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 ADAaccommodations@chipotle.comif 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.