Restaurant Manager: Lead High-Volume Team to Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) match up to 4%

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Education benefits and college courses

Discounted meals

Employee discounts (wireless, software

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume location in the United States. You will lead a large team, drive daily operations, and ensure top-notch hospitality and food quality.

You will coach and develop Team Members, manage sales and costs, and uphold safety and brand standards. This role offers growth toward Operating Partner opportunities and a strong emphasis on teamwork and leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience leading restaurant operations and teams.
• Strong focus on hospitality and guest service excellence.
• Ability to drive sales, labor, and food cost controls.
• Proven track record in coaching and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service by creating friendly, fast experiences.
• Coach, develop, and support Team Members to reach their potential.
• Achieve restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.
• Ensure food safety and brand standards are upheld.
• Model Whataburger values and foster an inclusive work environment.
• Lead shift transitions and ensure smooth operations across day parts.
• Support talent development, training, hiring, and retention with leadership team.
• Assist with business planning and performance reviews as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

People development

Operations management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume location in the United States. You will lead a large team, drive daily operations, and ensure top-notch hospitality and food quality.

You will coach and develop Team Members, manage sales and costs, and uphold safety and brand standards. This role offers growth toward Operating Partner opportunities and a strong emphasis on teamwork and leadership.