Apprentice, Facilities Manager

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.

As the Apprentice, Facilities Manager you will act as a Facilities Specialist (FS) for a small set of restaurants while performing additional tasks such as managing minor remodel projects, handling unplanned emergencies, assisting with budget forecasting, and mentoring FS development. The AFM leads the Ownership program for their region, identifies potential FS candidates, trains newly hired FSs, monitors budgets with the Facilities Manager (FM), and communicates with vendors on M&R and reinvestment projects.

• Manage all facilities related items within a micro‑region, including 4‑6 direct reports.
• Ensure regional FSs meet or exceed budgetary compliance requirements for M&R and address discrepancies.
• Mentor and develop FSs, demonstrating respect, appreciation, and driving performance and ownership.
• Ensure FS inventory stock levels, work truck cleanliness, uniform standards, and timely paperwork compliance.
• Empower FSs to deliver high standards through restaurant visits, staff interactions, and vendor relationships.
• Communicate clearly with Wynkoop staff, property management, lease administration, field leadership, restaurant staff, and other development staff.
• Lead minor remodel projects (scoping, bid requests, approval, budget guidelines, communication).
• Attend kick‑off calls when FM is unavailable.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Facilities experience in Specialist or Manager role.
• Knowledge of the Facilities Specialist job.
• Strong supervisory and organizational skills.
• Ability to empower team, develop leaders, maintain high standards, and remove obstacles.
• Commitment to Chipotle culture and values, including ownership mentality.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the primary language(s).
• PC skills:
  Excel, Word, Reporting Services.
• Occasional travel.
• P‑Card Excellence Rating of 2 or better and inventory variances < $300 per quarter.
• Sign‑off from RD/TD for mentoring/leadership within the region.
• Ownership within assigned restaurants at least 85% average.

Estimated base pay range: $76,000.00–$. Eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based on performance. Includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), sick leave, vacation time, and more. Benefits details.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) cultivates a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked food with wholesome ingredients, no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Chipotle operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe and is a leader in sustainability, technology, and digital innovation.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. We hire world‑class individuals and foster a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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