Restaurant Manager — Lead Teams, Elevate Service & Growth

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday

401(k) match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Career Development and Growth

Scholarship Program

Hardship Grant Assistance

Education benefits including English‑l

Discounted Meals

Wireless Service Discounts

Computer & Software Discounts

Fitness / Gym Discounts

Awards and recognition

Retirement Celebration Program

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume operation with a multi-faceted leadership role. You’ll drive service, quality, and sales while guiding a team of 50+ Family Members and coordinating across Customer, Quality, and People AORs.

You will lead daily operations at your home restaurant, champion hospitality, coach staff, manage performance, ensure safety and brand standards, and partner with leadership on planning and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• 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

Customer service

Team management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume operation with a multi-faceted leadership role. You’ll drive service, quality, and sales while guiding a team of 50+ Family Members and coordinating across Customer, Quality, and People AORs.

You will lead daily operations at your home restaurant, champion hospitality, coach staff, manage performance, ensure safety and brand standards, and partner with leadership on planning and growth opportunities.