Apprentice General Manager

Chipotle • Tupelo, MS

5d

About The Position

Chipotle Apprentices assist with the day-to-day operations of a restaurant while developing the skills needed to become a General Manager. The role involves learning how to run a strong business, hire and train team members, and deliver a guest-focused experience. Apprentices help lead restaurant operations and uphold service, food safety, and compliance standards.

The position includes a standard 50-hour workweek, with applicable overtime paid, and evening and weekend shifts. The physical work environment is a fast-paced kitchen with customer interaction and varied temperatures. The role requires standing and walking around the restaurant for up to 10 hours a day, lifting up to 50 lbs./25 kgs., tasting and preparing food, and communicating with the team and customers.

Requirements

• A passion for hospitality and a guest-focused approach.
• Friendly and enthusiastic attitude.
• Desire to learn and grow into a General Manager position.
• Genuine enthusiasm for developing people and leading others.
• Ability to work a standard 50-hour workweek, including evening and weekend shifts.
• Ability to stand and walk around the restaurant for 10 hours a day and lift up to 50 lbs./25 kgs.
• Ability to work in varied temperatures, taste and prepare food, and communicate with the Chipotle team and customers.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Uphold high standards of hospitality and provide a guest-focused experience.
• Act as the leader on duty, ensuring speed of service, order accuracy, and a positive guest experience.
• Train and develop crew members using Chipotle’s training tools and resources.
• Ensure digital orders are accurate and delivered on time.
• Learn and help manage day-to-day restaurant operations, including scheduling, P&L management, sales forecasting, recruiting, and interviewing.
• Keep the dining room clean and the restaurant ready for guests.
• Uphold food safety, operational, and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Quarterly bonus program.
• Tuition assistance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday closures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed