Restaurant Manager - Unit 1184

Whataburger; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) match

Career Development Opportunities

Discounted Meals

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Decatur, Alabama. In this role, you’ll oversee a high-volume restaurant with annual sales exceeding $4M, creating an environment of great food, service, and teamwork.

Your responsibilities include leading daily operations, supporting your team, ensuring food safety, and achieving restaurant goals. Ideal candidates should be at least 18 years-old, with a high school diploma or GED preferred. The position offers competitive pay and numerous perks.

Qualifications

• At least 1–3 years of leadership experience.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and meet physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality and service standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards.
• Coach and support Family Members to reach their potential.
• Ensure food safety and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Operational performance

Food safety

Coaching and development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a Restaurant Manager, you’ll oversee a high‑volume restaurant with average annual sales of $4M+ and an average team size of more than fifty Family Members. You’ll create an environment where great food, great service, and great teamwork come together every day. Rotate through Customer, Quality, and People Areas of Responsibility (AORs) to build well‑rounded leadership skills and prepare for future Operating Partner opportunities.

Your Recipe For Impact — What You’ll Do

Support operational performance, develop your team, partner with your Operating Partner and fellow leaders, and drive improvements that strengthen your restaurant and grow your leadership.

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 2.5x upside potential
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday (Christmas)
• Paid Parental Leave*
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Benefits*
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth – a clear career path to a six‑figure income (our Operating Partners can earn six figures!)
• Whataburger Family Foundation – Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Comprehensive education benefits, including access to free English‑language learning, no‑cost college‑level courses, and reduced college tuition pathways
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program
• And more!

Day‑to‑Day Ingredients — 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.

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast‑food burger chain; it’s where bold leadership starts and potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. We invest in people who lead with integrity, serve with heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and winning as one – because great burgers and great teams start with the right ingredients. If you’re ready to learn, grow, impact, and move forward boldly, we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

What You Bring To The Table — Required Experience

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• 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 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.

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based in your home restaurant, where you’ll spend most of your time leading your team and supporting daily operations. At times, you may be asked to assist at neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market. You’ll also take part in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions that help you grow and stay connected to the broader Whataburger organization.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E‑Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

• Eligibility rules may apply