"Chipotle Offers Financial Perks and Student Loan Payoff to Hire 19,000 Gen Z Workers"
Chipotle plans to hire 19,000 workers for the upcoming busy spring season, reflecting a 27% increase from last year, despite recent menu price hikes. The company aims to address the challenges of attracting and retaining workers by offering new financial perks, including matching 401(k) contributions for employees making student loan payments and providing a debit card to build credit without fees or interest. This move comes as the restaurant industry continues to recover from pandemic-related workforce challenges, with Chipotle set to report its fourth-quarter earnings after February 6.