Chipotle Mexican Grill coming to Chilliwack

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CHILLIWACK — An international food chain specializing in Mexican cuisine with over 3,500 restaurants spanning six countries is coming to Chilliwack.

A spokesperson for California-based Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc., Annie Gradinger, has confirmed to Fraser Valley Today via email that it will open in Chilliwack this coming winter at 7670 Vedder Road near the northeast corner of Vedder and Luckakuck Way.

Gradinger did not have an official date or additional details, but urged Fraser Valley Today to check back later for more details.

Liana Wiebe, communications manager for the City of Chilliwack, told Fraser Valley Today via email that a building permit was issued on June 28, 2024 for the alteration and/or renovation to a commercial space for tenant improvements for Chipotle Mexican Grill inside the former Tim Hortons at 108-7670 Vedder Road.

A “leased” sign currently appears on the interior of the building. Further, the building itself is undergoing internal renovations with a City of Chilliwack building permit number of 035076.

Chipotle has been advertising open job positions on Indeed.ca seeking staff for positions like apprentice general manager ($54,000 to $57,000 annually), service leader ($19.50-$21.50 an hour) and kitchen leader ($18.25-$19.95 an hour).

Chipotle Mexican Grill bills itself as a pioneer in the quick serve food sector by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. It has over 3,500 restaurants as of June 30, 2024, in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Kuwait and claims it is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. Chipotle employs over 120,000 employees and differentiates itself by “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.”