Restaurant Manager: Lead a High-Volume Team to Six Figures

Whataburger; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonus program

Paid time off

Paid holiday

Parental leave

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Education benefits

Discounted meals

Wireless discounts

Computer discounts

Gym discounts

Awards program

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume site with strong sales and a large team. You will steer daily operations, uphold hospitality standards, and drive training to empower Team Members while meeting goals for sales, labor, and profitability.

You’ll lead with Whataburger values, ensure food and workplace safety, and collaborate with leadership to foster growth and high performance across all day parts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a 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, and maintain dependable attendance.
• 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

Open availability

Stamina/physical demands

ServSafe Certification

Driver's license

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume site with strong sales and a large team. You will steer daily operations, uphold hospitality standards, and drive training to empower Team Members while meeting goals for sales, labor, and profitability.

You’ll lead with Whataburger values, ensure food and workplace safety, and collaborate with leadership to foster growth and high performance across all day parts.