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Chipotle Mexican Grill

Workforce

Chipotle pays employees an extra 10% during COVID-19 crisis

The fast casual said it’s a way of expressing appreciation for its workers.

Financing

Brian Niccol named Chipotle chairman as Steve Ells steps down

The company’s founder had been the chain’s executive chairman and called Niccol “the right person to lead Chipotle.”

Workforce

Chipotle tests unlimited paid time off for senior staff

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 05, 2020

The fast-casual chain continues to beef up its benefits offerings to recruit and retain workers in a challenging labor market.

Food

As the queso wars heat up, Moe’s takes on Chipotle with freebies

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 03, 2020

A two-day giveaway is aimed to disrupt the debut of Chipotle’s new cheese sauce.

Food

Chipotle to launch its new Queso Blanco systemwide

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 26, 2020

The Monterey Jack-based cheese sauce replaces a cheddar-heavy version that was criticized for being grainy.

Marketing

Chipotle crafts a targeted-marketing strategy

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 10, 2020

With 8.5 million rewards members, the fast-casual burrito chain will soon roll out personalized marketing efforts to boost frequency and engagement, while reducing operational friction.

Operations

Consumer advocacy group, union detail potential food safety threats at Chipotle

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 06, 2020

Ineffective unit audits and aggressive managerial practices could lead to another foodborne illness outbreak at the fast-casual chain, the groups allege in a report.

Operations

Chipotle sees same-store sales soar 13.4% in Q4

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 05, 2020

The fast-casual chain credits its continued growth to carne asada, digital efforts and its pickup-only drive-thrus.

Food

Whole30 diet sparks menu innovation

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 03, 2020

Restaurants are tying into the lifestyle plan with new and revamped items.

Workforce

Chipotle to pay nearly $2M in Mass. child labor settlement

By Heather Lalley on Jan. 27, 2020

The state’s attorney general’s office uncovered more than 13,000 child labor violations at the fast-casual chain’s 50 locations over the past several years.

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