Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. said Wednesday that it will offer its 71,000 staffers enhanced benefits and bonuses, the latest company to announce employee perks tied to the tax overhaul. Qualified hourly and salaried workers will receive a one-time bonus of up to $1,000. Additional paid parental leave will be available for “everyone from hourly managers to salaried employees.” Chipotle is now offering life insurance and short-term disability insurance for hourly restaurant managers. And more training programs, including a formal classroom program, has been added. Chipotle already offers benefits like $5,250 in tuition reimbursement. Chipotle reported fourth-quarter earnings late Tuesday. The company’s shares are down 8.6% in Wednesday premarket trading, and down 23.7% for the last year. The S&P 500 index is up 17.5% for the past 12 months.
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