HR Business Partner

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

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will partner with our IT business leaders within our restaurant support centers to deliver on Chipotle people process and develop people strategies that support Chipotle's strategic priorities. Providing thought partnership, coaching and recommendations, the HRBP will help functional IT leaders cultivate work environments consistent with our purpose and values. This role will use their understanding of HR principles and employment laws, to support all elements of the talent lifecycle, and apply their knowledge to identify practical solutions for our business challenges.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Partner with IT leadership in the restaurant support center to engage and develop people strategies to drive our company and functional priorities; through insights gathered from talent initiatives & insights, culture shaping programs, reporting & analytics, and employee feedback
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on all elements of the talent life cycle; including onboarding, development, engagement, performance and talent management
• Work with IT leaders as a change agent to effectively lead teams through change
• Drive HR initiatives (such as succession planning, talent calibrations, compensation cycles) and provide feedback to the centers of excellence to ensure effective implementation and continuous improvement of programs
• Proactively identify and address employee concerns in a timely manner; Interpret and apply understanding of Chipotle policies and practices, employment law and other regulations to provide advice, guidance and/or clarification for ER related inquiries.; Conduct timely employee relations investigations and make recommendations on the appropriate course of action in partnership with the key stakeholders; including partnership with legal
• Work closely with the IT leadership team and the HR team (in the Columbus, Newport Beach and remote) to ensure that we build one culture that reflects our values
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (i.e., Talent Development, Compensation, Organizational Design, etc.) to ensure that we develop new solutions that reflect the needs of our client groups and represent our values

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 5-7 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or equivalent
• Experience working as an HRBP with IT teams and functions preferred
• Professional Human Resources (PHR) and/or SHRM-CP certifications preferred
• General knowledge of federal and statement employment laws, strong communication, problem solving, influencing and conflict resolution skills, ability to prioritize and use sound judgment to make good decisions
• Partner with leadership in the restaurant support center to engage and develop employees in order to drive our strategic priorities.
• Conduct timely employee relations investigations and make recommendations on the appropriate course of action in partnership with the key stakeholders.
• Drive HR initiatives, be a self-starter and provide feedback for improvement.
• Interpret and apply understanding of Chipotle policies and practices, employment law and other regulations to provide advice, guidance and/or clarification for ER related inquiries.
• Travel, 1 x per month
• Intermediate level experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Experience using Workday

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $97,000.00–$134,500.00. 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.