Restaurant Manager - Unit 1654, Round Rock, TX

Whataburger; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Discounted Meals

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Round Rock, Texas. In this high-volume setting, you’ll manage daily operations and create an environment focused on great service and teamwork. Responsibilities include leading the team, ensuring food safety, and achieving sales goals.

Candidates should have 1-3 years of leadership experience and preferably a high school diploma. Whataburger offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with ample career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of leadership experience.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain.
• Open availability including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality standards.
• Coach and develop Family Members to reach their potential.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and brand standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Team 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. You’ll rotate through Customer, Quality, and People Areas of Responsibility (AORs) to build well‑rounded leadership skills and prepare for future Operating Partner opportunities.

Benefits

• 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!

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.

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 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.

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.

1901 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664