Restaurant Leader: Grow Teams, Elevate Service

whataburger; San Juan (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Parental leave

Discounted meals

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume location in Texas. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety, guest satisfaction, and drive performance across sales, labor, and costs.

You’ll coach and develop a team of 50+ Family Members, rotate through AORs, and partner with the Operating Partner to deliver great hospitality and outcomes. This role offers a clear career path within Whataburger.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred or equivalent experience.
• Be able to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours.
• Have ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.
• Have 1-3 years of leadership experience.
• Possess ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or the ability to successfully obtain and pass the exam during training)
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in your state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards by creating experiences that feel friendly, fast, and authentically Whataburger.
• Coach, develop, and support Family Members to reach their full potential.
• Be responsible for achieving restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.
• Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards are upheld.
• Model Whataburger values and create a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Lead shift transitions and maintain smooth operations across all day parts.
• Guide talent development, training, hiring, and retention in partnership with restaurant leadership team.
• Support business planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team development

Guest service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume location in Texas. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety, guest satisfaction, and drive performance across sales, labor, and costs.

You’ll coach and develop a team of 50+ Family Members, rotate through AORs, and partner with the Operating Partner to deliver great hospitality and outcomes. This role offers a clear career path within Whataburger.