Restaurant Manager — Lead High‑Volume Team, Grow to Six Figures

Whataburger; Kenedy (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Bonus program with upside potential

Paid time off

Paid holiday (Christmas)

Parental leave

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Short-term and long-term disability

Career development opportunities

Education benefits including English‑p

Discounted meals for you and a guest

Wireless service discounts

Computer & software discounts

Gym discounts

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume site in Texas, leading a large team and daily operations focused on service, quality, and safety. You will drive guest experiences, staffing, and financial performance while fostering a positive culture aligned with Whataburger values.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff, maintaining standards, and collaborating with the operating partner network to grow leadership capacity and achieve targets.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• 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

Guest service

Operations

Team development

Safety standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume site in Texas, leading a large team and daily operations focused on service, quality, and safety. You will drive guest experiences, staffing, and financial performance while fostering a positive culture aligned with Whataburger values.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff, maintaining standards, and collaborating with the operating partner network to grow leadership capacity and achieve targets.