Talent Acquisition 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 a Recruiter supporting our Restaurant Support Centers (RSC), you’ll play a key role in shaping the teams that drive our business forward. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers as a trusted advisor—deeply understanding their needs, aligning on talent strategy, and delivering exceptional candidates who elevate our culture. This role is equal parts strategy and execution: building strong pipelines, enhancing the candidate experience, and contributing to a best-in-class employer brand.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Act as a strategic talent partner to hiring managers and HR Business Partners—aligning on business goals, role requirements, and success profiles to drive effective hiring strategies
• Own full-cycle recruiting across a variety of roles, from intake to offer, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience for both candidates and stakeholders
• Proactively source and build pipelines using a mix of tools, platforms, and creative strategies to attract top talent and meet current and future hiring needs
• Assess talent thoughtfully, conducting initial screens to evaluate skills, leadership behaviors, and culture add—not just culture fit
• Drive an exceptional candidate experience through clear communication, efficient coordination, and a thoughtful, engaging process
• Lead interview logistics and collaboration, including scheduling, facilitating feedback, and guiding hiring teams toward informed, timely decisions
• Use data and insights to track progress, identify gaps, and continuously improve recruiting strategies and outcomes
• Help support talent programs such as internships and university partnerships
• Leverage recruiting technology (Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter, AI tools, etc.) to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the hiring lifecycle

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3–5 years of recruiting experience, ideally in a corporate or staffing firm environment
• Strong sourcing skills and proficiency with best in class recruiting tools and platforms
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A data-driven mindset with the ability to turn insights into action
• Passion for delivering a best-in-class candidate and hiring manager experience

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $75,000.00–$106,500.00. 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.com if 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.