Restaurant Leader: Grow, Lead & Earn Six-Figure Potential

Whataburger; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Leadership training & career growth

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Leader to drive the Whataburger experience on-site. You will lead a High Performing Team, coach during shifts, and ensure operational excellence across scheduling, recruiting, training, and supervision of Team Leaders and Team Members.

The role requires 1–3 years in the restaurant industry, strong customer service, and the ability to motivate staff. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered, with opportunities for leadership growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in the restaurant industry preferred
• Previous experience in a restaurant leadership position preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, influence, and negotiate decisions while motivating assigned staff
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to observe and coach
• Demonstrated ability to encourage open communication
• Demonstrated ability to engage others in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to empower team members
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and reward positive contributions by team members

Responsibilities

• Coach during shifts and foster a safe space for communication
• Engage team members and understand their work needs
• Drive operational excellence by following restaurant procedures
• Support scheduling, recruiting, and training for Team Leaders and Team Members

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Coaching

Decision making

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Office Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Leader to drive the Whataburger experience on-site. You will lead a High Performing Team, coach during shifts, and ensure operational excellence across scheduling, recruiting, training, and supervision of Team Leaders and Team Members.

The role requires 1–3 years in the restaurant industry, strong customer service, and the ability to motivate staff. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered, with opportunities for leadership growth.