Chipotle Increases Wages Resulting In $15 Per Hour Average Wage And Provides Path To Six Figure Compensation In ~3 Years
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced a wage increase leading to an average hourly wage of $15 by the end of June. This move aims to attract 20,000 new employees as the company plans to open 200 restaurants this year. Starting wages will range from $11 to $18 per hour. Additionally, Chipotle offers competitive benefits, including a $200 employee referral bonus and a unique career path to a Restaurateur position with an average salary of $100,000 within three and a half years.
- Increase in average hourly wage to $15 by end of June.
- Hiring 20,000 new employees to support growth.
- Starting wages for new employees range between $11 and $18 per hour.
- Career advancement to Restaurateur with average compensation of $100,000 in under four years.
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it is increasing restaurant wages resulting in a
The wage increases for new and existing hourly and salaried restaurant employees will be rolled out over the next few weeks and will result in hourly crew member starting wages ranging from
Chipotle has also introduced a
To accommodate its peak season and staff the estimated 200 restaurants it plans to open this year, Chipotle is looking to hire 20,000 new team members across the U.S. For more information on job openings in your area, visit: https://jobs.chipotle.com/.
"Chipotle is committed to providing industry-leading benefits and accelerated growth opportunities, and we hope to attract even more talent by showcasing the potential income that can be achieved in a few short years," said Marissa Andrada, Chief Diversity, Inclusion and People Officer at Chipotle. "We're looking for people who are authentic, passionate and want to help cultivate a better world through real food and real personal development."
Virtual Career Fair on Discord
To support its ongoing hiring efforts, Chipotle will become the first brand to launch a virtual career fair on Discord, the popular community platform, on May 13 from 10am to 1pm PT. Chipotle's Discord server (https://discord.gg/ChipotleCareerFair) will feature recruitment content and live sessions with Chipotle employees highlighting its benefits, career paths, cooking demos, and more. Career fair participants will have the opportunity to chat with real Chipotle employees and gain valuable insight into what it's like to work in a Chipotle restaurant.
Employment at Chipotle offers a unique value proposition to job seekers, including benefits like:
More Cash In Your Pocket
Chipotle offers an industry-first Crew Bonus program, which allows its restaurant employees the opportunity to earn an extra month's worth of pay each year for meeting certain performance criteria.
A Chance to Pursue Your Passion
After only 120 days of employment, Chipotle employees are eligible to pursue debt-free degrees from leading nonprofit, accredited universities in partnership with Guild Education. Chipotle currently covers
Mental Health Care
Chipotle provides health and financial wellness resources to all employees. All Chipotle associates and their family members have the opportunity to receive personalized assistance from healthcare experts before, during and following medical needs through a partnership with Health Advocate, regardless of whether they are enrolled in the company's medical plan. Mental health and emotional support are also available to employees and their family members through in-person, phone or virtual visits with a licensed counselor to support personal, professional, mental, financial and/or legal concerns.
Saving for the Future
Chipotle's 401(k) plan helps employees save money for retirement. The plan includes a company match of
Free Chipotle
All employees have access to quite possibly the greatest job benefit of all-time: free Chipotle!
ABOUT CHIPOTLE
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 had over 2,800 restaurants as of March 31, 2021, 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. With over 97,000 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. Steve Ells, founder and former executive chairman, first opened Chipotle with a single restaurant in Denver, Colorado in 1993. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM.
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