Chipotle reviews

3.4

54% would recommend to a friend

(21,654 total reviews)
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Scott Boatwright

53% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

Chipotle has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 21,654 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Chipotle employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.7 stars).

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22K reviews
1.0
Dec 20, 2025

Cult-like

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Free bowl or burrito during shift.

Cons

Cult-like with micromanagers and expectation to work off clock.

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Chipotle Response
5mo
Thank you so much for leaving a review. We appreciate your feedback and will take your thoughts about management into consideration.
2.0
Dec 20, 2025

Great time

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is a bit low. Depending on your team - great colleagues, teamwork, and respect. The team all helps if needed.

Cons

None at this time. Just can be a bit stressful sometimes - but any job can be.

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Chipotle Response
5mo
We appreciate you leaving a review and are happy to hear that you enjoyed a positive teamwork-oriented environment.
3.0
Dec 18, 2025

Hard work

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Pros • Clear opportunities for promotion and internal growth • Strong training programs with well-defined expectations • Consistent standards that help employees understand exactly what is required • Fast-paced environment that can build discipline, time management, and teamwork skills • Leadership development is encouraged for employees who show commitment and reliability

Cons

• Workload can be physically and mentally demanding • Very strict policies, especially regarding portioning, cut sizes, and procedures • Limited flexibility; little room for creativity or deviation from company standards • Workplace culture can feel intense or overly rigid at times • High expectations may feel overwhelming for employees who prefer a more relaxed environment

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Chipotle Response
5mo
Thank you for your honest review. We understand that the job can be busy and demanding at times and appreciate your hard work.
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