...chose from the list is the Chipotle Mexican Grill. I chose Chipotle because I admire the company’s code of conduct. In this paper, I will select key areas of Chipotle’s code of conduct that are of significant importance to the business. Next, I will explain the key steps that Chipotle should take to ensure that employees follow the code of conduct. Finally, I will suggest three ways in which Chipotle can engage in socially responsive activities in the community within which it operates. Keywords: code of conduct, business, community Describe key areas of the selected company's code of conduct that are of significant importance to the business, and explain why. Within every company, CEOs take on numerous responsibilities to ensure that their business or company is successful. According to Stever Robbins, “The CEO’s second duty is building culture” (Robbins, 1999). Since many companies embrace diversity, CEOs must ensure that all employees follow and understand the company’s code of conduct which in turn becomes part of the company’s culture. Ethics, values, integrity are usually presented within these codes of conduct. Each section of a company’s code of conduct policy addresses all rules and any issues that an employee may have. As the CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, I take pride in our company’s code of conduct. At Chipotle, our seniors and employees strive to be compliant with our code of conduct policy. There are key areas of Chipotle’s code of conduct that are of significant...
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...Responsive Business Ethics and social responsibility are important areas within Chipotle Mexican Grill’s business. Both areas have an interactive relationship that plays a role in building profitable businesses as well as a well-rounded community. Ethics refer to sets of beliefs about right and wrong; and business ethics involve the application of these issues in the workplace. The universal ethical standards, which involve trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship, are standards that apply to all people and should definitely be held high within the workplace. Social Responsibility is the obligation of a business to contribute to society. Chipotle’s social responsibility affects employees, customers, investors, the community, and the environment. Chipotle Mexican Grill opened in 1993 by a man named Steve Ells. The mission of the company is putting a focus on food with integrity, great service, and teamwork within their many restaurants. The opening statement of Chipotle’s Code of Conduct is as follows, “Chipotle is committed to the highest standards of integrity in all of our activities and compliance with both the letter and spirit of the law. We expect that you will reflect these standards in your day-to-day dealings on our behalf. This Code of Conduct is for all employees, Officers, and all members of the Board of Directors. It is a guide to ethical behavior” ("Code of conduct"). All staff members at Chipotle are expected to fulfill...
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...Professor Gillian Martin December 15, 2013 Ethics by definition, according to BUSN Introduction to Business, refers to sets of beliefs about right and wrong good and bad. Ethics are the basic concepts and fundamental principles of decent human conduct. Ethics include universal values such as equality of all men and women, human or natural rights, obeying the laws, concern for health and safety, and the environment. Business ethics involve the application of these issues in the workplace. Social responsibility, again according to BUSN Introduction to Business, is the obligation of a business to contribute to society. Being socially responsible means that people and businesses must behave ethically and with sensitivity toward social, cultural, economic and environmental issues. Social responsibility is the obligation of a business towards the welfare and interests of the society in which it operates. This paper will describe key areas of the Chipotle’s code of conduct that are of significant importance to the business, explain key steps that should be taken to ensure that employees follow the code of conduct, and suggest ways in which the restaurant can engage in socially responsive activities in the community within which it operates. Let’s start off with some background information about the restaurant. Chipotle first opened its door in 1993 in Denver, Colorado near the campus of the University of Denver. The founder...
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...Socially Responsive Business Morisha Mack Business- 100 Professor Lizzie M. Lewis-Clemons September 2, 2013 Code of Conduct There are many high standards and principles that a business must set in order to be and remain successful. Many companies outline their expectations in a code of conduct. A code of conduct is a document written by a company that defines the ethical standards of the organization and gives employees information on how to handle situations within the organization. It is not only important that a business writes a code of conduct, but it is imperative that the principles are carried out by everyone within the business from the CEO to the employees. “While the primary goal of all businesses is to be profitable, they must also promote ethical and social responsibility throughout their organizations and their corresponding customer and supplier networks.”(Kelly, McGowen &Williams).(2013) Chipotle Mexican Grills’ Code of Conduct Chipotle has a code of conduct that assures its ongoing success. Some of the key components are its Vision Statement and its Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policies. An organizations’ vision statement expresses its values as well as frameworks operating procedures. Chipotles code of conduct begins with its vision statement and is based primarily on Integrity. “Chipotle is a company based on Integrity. Integrity is about being real and being honest. It means doing the right thing even when...
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...Ethical and Socially Responsive Business Aimee Moore Professor Wiggins Introduction to Business June 15, 2014 Ethics and Social responsibility are important areas within Chipotle Mexican Grill’s business. Ethics is a set of beliefs that stand for right or wrong. Ethical standards involve trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. These standards should be held high in the workplace. Chipotle has a few key areas that have a significant impact on their business. Compliance with the code is first. What this means is following the Code of Conduct, having a complete understanding of what each code means and the consequences if the code is broken. It is also highly important to report any known violations of the code of conduct so that it may be investigated and remedied. Chipotle will do it’s best to protect the identity of those who report any misconduct of the code, as well as protect the confidentiality of the matters reported. Chipotle expects their employees to preserve the confidentiality as well. Second is Chipotle’s Confidential Information. Confidential or proprietary information should be strictly prohibited from being used for personal gain or against Chipotle. Any information being disclosed that is confidential should be provided to the employee that requires the information do perform his or her job. The code of conduct outlines what an employee should do if they came across information and were not given the information formally...
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...Code of Conduct Shanise Hall Professor Tony Muscia BUS 100 (Intro to Business) June 12, 2015 As the CEO of Chipotle, it is my job to ensure all operations are ran smoothly and efficiently. It is also my responsibility to take care of my employees and ensure ethical behavior is upheld in the workplace. In order to fulfill my responsibility has Chipotle’s CEO, a code of ethics/conduct is created to reflect the company’s values and give guidance to all employees. In this essay I will discuss specific areas of our code of conduct policies and how abiding by these polices can have a positive impact of our business. According to McGowan, “A code of ethics is a formal written document that defines the ethical standards of an organization and gives employees the information they need to make ethical decisions across a range of situations” (p 289). The first significant area of Chipotle’s code of conduct is the Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy. This policy states that employees “are expected to use good judgment, adhere to high ethical standards, and avoid situations that create an actual or perceived conflict between your personal interests and those of Chipotle “(chipotle.com). In other words, all employees must display integrity. Integrity is the quality of being honest and fair (Merriam-Webster.com).As a CEO, it is important that I’m able to trust my employees to make good decisions when I am not around. A second significant area of Chipotle’s code of conduct is the...
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...Key Areas of the Code of Conduct As CEO of the Chipotle Restaurant chain we strongly abide by the business’s code of conduct. There are many key areas of the Chipotle’s restaurant code of conduct that have a significant importance to the business. A few of those key areas are Chipotle’s Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Policy, Electronic Communications and Information, and Anti-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policy. The Chipotle’s Ethics and Conflicts of Interest area of the code of conduct implies that you should use good judgment at all times. This means you should be aware of all type situations that surround you. Regardless of who is participating in an unethical act we must always be honest. The Electronic Communications and Information area of the code explains the rules of using company computers and networks. You are not allowed to use company computers or networks for any personal use this includes installing software, sending or receiving emails, and unauthorized internet use. If there is a need to download information to the company computer you must take the proper actions of having it scanned with an anti-virus software. Any company information should not be copied for personal use or other use without prior authorization. Violation of these rules will result in disciplinary action. It is highly important that we understand the Anti-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policy within the business’s code of conduct. This area of the code of conduct suggests...
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...A company can only be as ethical as its employees, and Chipotle Mexican Grille, Inc. has always strived to show its ethics through integrity. Integrity is the state of being undivided or following a strong moral discipline continuously. Chipotle shows integrity through its value of the environment in addition to, its treatment of its employees, and clear communication, within and outside the company. By practicing its code of ethics, Chipotle has become successful and reputable as a business. Americans’ staple diet is anything unhealthy, fast, and cheap; Chipotle only changed the first quality in that staple. From organic non-GMO vegetables to free-range livestock for its meats, Chipotle understands that quality is not just about cost-value, it’s about good taste and healthy foods in addition to...
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...excellence in a business, so the code of conduct is put in place. The purpose of the code is to provide guidance and set common ethical standards for employees from the top of the food chain to the bottom of the food chain. Some of the areas that I find to be significant of importance in a business are sexual harassment, discrimination and simply being professional in a work environment. Sexual Harassment Prohibited Chipotle wants to provide a safe and positive working environment for all employees, whether male or female. Sexual harassment will not be tolerated, it’s a unwelcome verbal or non-verbal sexual advance, requests for sexual favors, other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, it is considers a from of discrimination based on gender. The law prohibits sexual harassment by supervisor’s coworkers and even people who are not employees of the company. The company has a duty to keep their workplace free of harassment. Discrimination Prohibited Chipotle strongly believes that employees and applicants for employment should be treated without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other prohibited basis. In other word discrimination will not be tolerated in this facility Being Professional Being professional is very important, Chipotle holds employees accountable for their...
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...The company’s code of conduct that I have chosen to review is Chipotle. Chipotle code of conduct covers every possible incident that may occur within or outside of the company. It is a very detailed code of conduct, but I will dive into the most important aspects of the code of conduct that is of significance or importance to the company. The company was established in 1993 with the mission of creating a fine dining experience at the paste of a fast food restaurant without compromising quality, “which is referred to as fast-casual”. Chipotle code of conduct is through spelling out all of the company’s policies and procedures for employees, directors and board members to follow, who are representing themselves on behalf of Chipotle. The first part of the code of conduct is as follows; “Chipotle is committed to the highest standards of integrity in all of our activities and compliance with both the letter and spirit of the law. We expect that you will reflect these standards in your day-to-day dealings on our behalf.” The most significant parts of Chipotle Code of Conduct includes the "Integrity Statement," "Anti-Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Harassment Policy," "It’s the Law,” and "Chipotle Confidential." The five categories are an integral part in protecting the company and its employees against unlawful activities. The code of conduct defines who they are as a reputable company, Chiptole goal is to protect its company brand and employees alike. The code has step by step...
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...Responsive Business Chipotle Restaurant first opened its door in 1993 (www.chipotle.com) in Denver Colorado by Steve Ells. There are currently 1600 franchised restaurants in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom specializing in burritos and tacos. Careers range from accounting and management, information technology, cashiers and cooks. The success of any business, particularly the restaurant industry relies heavily on its code of ethics. Chipotle has an “open door” policy of which any of its employees who feel that any of its code of conducts is being violated are free to partake in. As the CEO of Chipotle, there are several key areas in Chipotle’s code of conduct significant to its success. Chipotle will do its best to protect the privacy of its employees who decide to partake in its open door policy. Some of those key areas relating to Chipotle’s code of conduct include: 1. Anti-Discrimination Policy- Chipotle believes that all of its employees should be treated with respect regardless to race, religion, national origin, disability, origin, gender, marital status or sexual orientation (ir.chipotle.com). The also applies to its hiring practices, as well as pay, performance reviews, training advancements and the ability to advance. 2. Sexual Harassment Policy- Chipotle strictly prohibits such behaviors posed upon any of its employees, male or female. Sexual harassment encourages intimidation and could lead to abuse of power. Chipotle defines sexual harassment...
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...Ethical and Socially Responsive Business Iiesha Mosby Professor David Kimble, PMP Business/100 December 9, 2013 “Ethics and social responsibility often discussed in the same breath are closely related but they are definitely not the same. Ethics refers to sets of beliefs about right and wrong, good and bad; business ethics involve the application of these issues in the workplace. Social responsibility is the obligation of a business to contribute to society. The most socially responsible firms feature proactive policies that focus on meeting the needs of all their stakeholders not just investors but also employees, customers, the broader community, and the environment” (Kelly, 6th edition 2014). “The most basic ethical and social responsibility concerns have been codified as laws and regulations that encourage businesses to conform to society’s standards, values, and attitudes. Managers are expected to obey these laws and regulations. A lot of times the legal issues that come about are those that society thought to be unethical and irresponsible but these aren’t always illegal these ethical concerns change over time” (McGraw-Hill, 2000). Describe key areas of the selected company’s code of conduct that are of significant importance to the business, and explain why. Chipotle is a company that is based on integrity. Integrity is about being real and being honest, which in turn means do the right thing even when no one is looking. This company adheres to high ethical standards...
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...Socially Responsive Business Morisha Mack Business- 100 Professor Lizzie M. Lewis-Clemons September 2, 2013 Code of Conduct There are many high standards and principles that a business must set in order to be and remain successful. Many companies outline their expectations in a code of conduct. A code of conduct is a document written by a company that defines the ethical standards of the organization and gives employees information on how to handle situations within the organization. It is not only important that a business writes a code of conduct, but it is imperative that the principles are carried out by everyone within the business from the CEO to the employees. “While the primary goal of all businesses is to be profitable, they must also promote ethical and social responsibility throughout their organizations and their corresponding customer and supplier networks.”(Kelly, McGowen &Williams).(2013) Chipotle Mexican Grills’ Code of Conduct Chipotle has a code of conduct that assures its ongoing success. Some of the key components are its Vision Statement and its Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policies. An organizations’ vision statement expresses its values as well as frameworks operating procedures. Chipotles code of conduct begins with its vision statement and is based primarily on Integrity. “Chipotle is a company based on Integrity. Integrity is about being real and being honest. It means doing the right thing even when...
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...Responsive Business Chipotle is committed to the highest standards of integrity in all of our activities and compliance with both the letter and spirit of the law. We expect that you will reflect these standards in your day-to-day dealings on our behalf. This Code of Conduct is for all employees, Officers, and all members of the Board of Directors. It is a guide to ethical behavior. Chipotle has an “open door” policy with respect to any concern relating to compliance with the Code of Conduct and other Company policies, and no person will be subject to disciplinary or other retaliatory action by raising any concern in good faith.. Definition of the Code of Conduct The Code of Conduct includes this introductory section, "Integrity Statement," "Anti-Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Harassment Policy," "It’s the Law,” and "Chipotle Confidential." Approval of any activity or matter not in compliance with this Code must be sought in advance and, unless otherwise provided for in the Code of Conduct, may be granted only by a Chief Executive Officer. In the case of members of the Board of Directors and Officers of Chipotle, approvals may be granted only by the Board of Directors or an appropriate Board committee. Compliance with the Code If you become aware of a breach or violation of this Code or any other Company policy, you should report the breach or violation in the manner described in this Code under “Chipotle Confidential.” Chipotle will do its best to protect...
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...Ethical and Socially Responsive Business BUS100 Ethical and Socially Responsive Business “Ethics and social responsibility often discussed in the same breath are closely related but they are definitely not the same. Ethics refers to sets of beliefs about right and wrong, good and bad; business ethics involve the application of these issues in the workplace. Social responsibility is the obligation of a business to contribute to society. The most socially responsible firms feature proactive policies that focus on meeting the needs of all their stakeholders not just investors but also employees, customers, the broader community, and the environment” (Kelly, 6th edition 2014). “The most basic ethical and social responsibility concerns have been codified as laws and regulations that encourage businesses to conform to society’s standards, values, and attitudes. Managers are expected to obey these laws and regulations. A lot of times the legal issues that come about are those that society thought to be unethical and irresponsible but these aren’t always illegal these ethical concerns change over time” (McGraw-Hill, 2000). Chipotle is a company that is based on integrity. Integrity is about being real and being honest, which in turn means do the right thing even when no one is looking. This company adheres to high ethical standards and good judgment. This is one key importance because you want to be sure that you can trust a company and its loyalty to customers. Loyalty will...
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