Restaurant Operations Leader - Drive Impact

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay bonus

Paid time off

Paid holiday

Parental leave

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Disability benefits

Career development

Scholarship program

Education benefits

Meal discounts

Wireless service discounts

Computer discounts

Gym discounts

Awards and recognition

Retirement celebration

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume location with a team of 50+ and annual sales around $4M+. You will lead daily operations, ensure food safety, and foster hospitality that reflects the Whataburger brand.

You will coach and develop Family Members, manage goals for sales, labor, and costs, and work with leadership to sustain strong performance. A clear path to operating partner opportunities awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 development

Sales goals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high-volume location with a team of 50+ and annual sales around $4M+. You will lead daily operations, ensure food safety, and foster hospitality that reflects the Whataburger brand.

You will coach and develop Family Members, manage goals for sales, labor, and costs, and work with leadership to sustain strong performance. A clear path to operating partner opportunities awaits the right candidate.