Restaurant Operating Partner: Lead Teams & Profitability

Whataburger; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay + bonus program

Paid time off from Day One

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match up to 4%

Career development opportunities

Scholarship program for dependents

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking an Operating Partner to lead a restaurant team and drive performance across financial, staffing, and brand initiatives. You will guide managers, implement operational plans, and ensure strong customer experience while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key focus includes optimizing labor and food costs, implementing change initiatives, and building lasting customer relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing restaurant finances, labor, and food costs.
• Proven leadership and staff development abilities.
• Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee profit & loss, cash reporting, labor and food costs.
• Attract and retain talent through hiring decisions and development plans.
• Collaborate with Managers and Market Leader on operational plans.

Skills

Budgeting

Recruiting

Coaching Restaurant Ops

Food Safety

Presentation Skills

Labor Law Compliance

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Whataburger is seeking an Operating Partner to lead a restaurant team and drive performance across financial, staffing, and brand initiatives. You will guide managers, implement operational plans, and ensure strong customer experience while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key focus includes optimizing labor and food costs, implementing change initiatives, and building lasting customer relationships in a fast-paced environment.