Restaurant Operations Leader — Growth, Service & Team Development

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Disability benefits

Career growth

Education benefits

Employee meal discounts

Wellness discounts

Discounts on tech/services

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume location with a 4M+ annual sales benchmark and a large team. You will rotate through Customer, Quality, and People AORs to build leadership skills and advance toward Operating Partner opportunities.

You’ll drive daily operations, promote hospitality, coach staff, manage costs, and uphold food and workplace safety standards while embodying Whataburger values.

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 experience

Availability flexibility

Team development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee a high‑volume location with a 4M+ annual sales benchmark and a large team. You will rotate through Customer, Quality, and People AORs to build leadership skills and advance toward Operating Partner opportunities.

You’ll drive daily operations, promote hospitality, coach staff, manage costs, and uphold food and workplace safety standards while embodying Whataburger values.