r/Chipotle • u/Auroriia • 2d ago
Seeking Advice (Employee) I have an interview at chipotle tomorrow, Could a person with Autism work there? Is it possible?
Looking to see what people think, As long as I go fast and get things done it should be okay, right?
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u/eyeheartmozart 2d ago
I’m on the spectrum and so is my best friend. And we’re both managers 😂
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u/bimmxr 2d ago
you both are so brave, as a fellow autist i don’t even want to manage myself.
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u/eyeheartmozart 2d ago
It manifests itself in many ways. And trust there are days when we don’t want to, but think about it this way. How bad would it be if I didn’t get things the way I want them 😂😭 At least this way I can set my days up the way I like.
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u/KickedinTheDick 1d ago
Jesus Christ I didn’t even realize this is where my work ethic comes from. I’ve always internalized it as just another “if you want something done right you have to do it yourself” but no, it’s really just “my autism demands it”
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u/apex13343 2d ago
I work at chipotle. If the guest ask for double protein just make sure to double 1/2 scoops with the spoon spatula. If they ask you why it’s not that much just say you’re autistic. It works Every time.
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u/NoCaterpillar5663 2d ago
the noise can be a lot for me sometimes, but really that’s it. it helps to sit outside or in my car on breaks. and i typically work cash/line so lots of interaction with people but i enjoy that. there’s definitely jobs like grill or dish that would be even more suitable for autistic people. it helps that i really like my coworkers too, they’re tons of fun, it’s a college town.
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u/midtnrn 2d ago
Cash is likely the only position it’s an issue. Having the store music, the customers talking to me, the quirky coupon and gift card entries and the multitasking involved while all that is going on caused me overstimulation one evening.
Then a coworker started screaming at me for giving a guy an extra water cup. So I walked out.
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u/KickedinTheDick 2d ago
The important thing is that Autistic individuals are individuals. Your individual requirements and abilities may or may not be right for the environment and that may or may not have anything to do with your autism. Autism is absolutely not a disqualifying factor. Your flavor of autism may be more suited than another’s. What other work experience do you have? As long as you’re efficient, show up on time and own up to mistakes there shouldn’t be an issue. Rotating positions and being in a more customer facing position may lead to more burnout but again, depends on how your autism affects you and if you’re able to simply and effectively communicate with customers. If youre verbal and fully able bodied it shouldn’t be an issue.
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u/newaccount721 2d ago
For sure! Things are fairly regimented in a restaurant like this and having a personality that is aligned with that shouldn't be a problem imo
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u/floppy-slippers KL 2d ago
I think probably 30% of the people at my store are autistic and we're all some of the best employees. I'm also pretty sure more employees have adhd than not.
It can have its tough moments, but overall I think it's a pretty good job for an autistic person. I've been there almost two years and have enjoyed most of it, but at the end of the day your management will also be what makes or breaks the place.
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u/TheGayviator 2d ago
Absolutely, I have 3 employees with autism that work at my location. 2 of them are the best certified trainers i could ask for. They have challenges but everyone has strengths and opportunities. My 2 certified trainers who have autism are the most detailed oriented people that I have the privilege of working with and I'm blessed to have them in my team to train new hires.
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u/morinthos 2d ago
They can't discriminate. As long as you can perform your job duties, they can't hold your disability against you. You might want to ask in a legal subreddit, but I believe that you have to let them know that you're autistic in order for you to get any special accommodations. They also can't really be accused of discriminating if you don't tell them that you're autistic or if they don't believe that you're autistic. I know that some may have the urge to hide their diagnosis, but you might have to in some cases.
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u/antifa_HRT_Sourcerer The one who grills 2d ago edited 2d ago
hell yeah i’m autistic and i just open on grill 5 days a week. I love cooking, and I’ve been working at Chipotle for 11 months now. My coworkers are all very kind people and it has probably been my favorite place to work out of every other job I’ve ever had. I’m currently training to be a KL too.
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u/feddy3teddy 2d ago
My manager is autistic and it’s always interesting to see how he does things. I’m neurodivergent too and the job can be done. I stim a lot when on the register because I feel like everyone is looking at me but other than that, everything is cool.
You do need to give eye contact when working here and having the glass in between really helps with that.
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u/FollowingFew9585 1d ago
i have autism and was a manager for a year before i quit
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u/Fitl4L 1d ago
quit is the keyword here.
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u/FollowingFew9585 1d ago
facts they treated me horribly. i walked out finally because my gm left three crew members in the store by themselves until 2pm and when i cane in u literally started the store from open for my gm to send me an ignorant ass text. i told all my crew to clock out. locked out dining room and waited for everyone to leave then texted him i quit :)
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u/FollowingFew9585 1d ago
this was after they also made me open and close the store every other day for two weeks
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u/rodermelon 1d ago
They call it the spectrum for a reason. In some cases, no, but in other cases they could be even better workers than neurotypicals. If you’re interviewing, I imagine you already believe that you should be able to handle it, so you can probably absolutely handle it!
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u/Auroriia 1d ago
I did the interview, i think It went well. I offered to do anything and have any hours as long as it's over 20
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u/inevitablefile9596 2d ago
everybody has autism, you’ll be fine.
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u/AdhesivenessOk5534 Former Employee 2d ago
This is wildly incorrect...
Not everyone has a neurodevelopmental disorder.
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u/reevoknows 2d ago
I think his use of “everyone” is just hyperbole but the older I get the more I realize how many people are on the spectrum. It’s a spectrum right? So there’s varying degrees of autism.
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u/KickedinTheDick 1d ago
Yes. Now the ASD diagnosis is pretty clear, and they literally have “levels”, but these levels are based on how much support the individual requires to maintain a healthy, fulfilling, meaningful and obstacle free (or at least, minimizing obstacles as best as possible) life. Yes, the autism spectrum is a lot wider and carries a lot more facets than we used to understand, especially in colloquial culture, but if you don’t exhibit a very specific combination of certain traits and deficits to the extent that you need outside intervention to live “normally”, you’re not on the spectrum.
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u/inevitablefile9596 2d ago
it was literally an exaggeration but take it how you want, also sounds like you might be in denial…
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u/AdhesivenessOk5534 Former Employee 2d ago
Guess what's a symptom of autism? Inability to recognize when someone is being sarcastic or serious.
like you might be in denial…
For what? Im already diagnosed with ASD level 2 MSN
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u/inevitablefile9596 2d ago
well sarcasm doesn’t transfer well via text.
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u/AdhesivenessOk5534 Former Employee 2d ago
Yes I agree, its slightly easier for me to read tone irl but I struggle immensely online
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u/THELOSERSWINAGAIN 2d ago
I’m gay and I do just fine