Restaurant Manager: Lead High-Volume Ops & Growth

Whataburger; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) match

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume location and a team of over fifty Family Members. You will drive daily operations, hospitality, and performance while developing your staff and maintaining brand standards.

You’ll focus on food quality, guest experience, and safety, with opportunities for leadership growth and a clear career path within the Whataburger organization.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma strongly preferred or equivalent experience.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 lbs.
• 1–3 years of leadership experience.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain during training.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards to create friendly, fast, and authentic customer experiences.
• Coach, develop, and support Family Members to reach their potential.
• Achieve restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.
• Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards are upheld.
• Lead shift transitions and manage operations across all day parts.
• Guide talent development, hiring, and retention with restaurant leadership.
• Support business planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

Team development

Communication

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume location and a team of over fifty Family Members. You will drive daily operations, hospitality, and performance while developing your staff and maintaining brand standards.

You’ll focus on food quality, guest experience, and safety, with opportunities for leadership growth and a clear career path within the Whataburger organization.