Restaurant Manager — Lead Team & Elevate Guest Experience

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday

401(k) match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Career Development

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume operation, overseeing guest service, food quality, and safety, while coaching a team of fifty+ Family Members. You’ll drive performance, manage schedules, and partner with leadership to meet sales and cost goals.

Based in your home restaurant, you’ll participate in training, implement improvements, and uphold Whataburger values. The role offers comprehensive benefits, development paths, and opportunities to advance within the

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or strongly preferred.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain during training.
• Open availability including nights, 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 experiences that feel friendly and fast.
• 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

Team development

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume operation, overseeing guest service, food quality, and safety, while coaching a team of fifty+ Family Members. You’ll drive performance, manage schedules, and partner with leadership to meet sales and cost goals.

Based in your home restaurant, you’ll participate in training, implement improvements, and uphold Whataburger values. The role offers comprehensive benefits, development paths, and opportunities to advance within the