Chipotle COO Jason Kidd Links Internal Promotions to Field Observations

By Ella Chakarian · Fast Company · 2026-07-13

Fast Company reports that Chipotle is doubling down on internal growth by promoting over 23,000 employees into leadership roles last year alone. Chief Operating Officer Jason Kidd maintains this talent pipeline by visiting nearly a dozen stores weekly, using informal dinners to v

Fast Company reports that Chipotle is doubling down on internal growth by promoting over 23,000 employees into leadership roles last year alone. Chief Operating Officer Jason Kidd maintains this talent pipeline by visiting nearly a dozen stores weekly, using informal dinners to v