Restaurant Manager: Lead High-Volume Ops & People Growth

Whataburger; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) match

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume site and a 50+- member team. You will drive daily operations, enforce hospitality standards, and coach talent to deliver great food and guest experiences across all day parts.

You’ll manage sales, labor, and costs while upholding safety, quality, and brand values. Expect growth opportunities within the Whataburger leadership track.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred or equivalent experience
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards by creating friendly, fast, and authentic Whataburger experiences
• Coach and develop team members to reach their full potential
• Achieve restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability
• Ensure food safety and brand standards are upheld
• Lead shift transitions and maintain smooth operations across all day parts
• Support talent development, training, hiring, and retention in partnership with leadership
• Contribute to business planning and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Leadership experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume site and a 50+- member team. You will drive daily operations, enforce hospitality standards, and coach talent to deliver great food and guest experiences across all day parts.

You’ll manage sales, labor, and costs while upholding safety, quality, and brand values. Expect growth opportunities within the Whataburger leadership track.