Restaurant Operations Leader in Training

Whataburger; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay & bonus program

Paid Time Off starting on Day One

Paid Parental Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Short-term and Long-term Disability

401(k) match up to 4%

Career Development and Growth

Scholarship Program and Hardship Grant

Education support (free English‑learn,

Reduced-tuition degree pathways

Discounted meals

Cell phone service discounts

Computer & software discounts

Fitness / Gym discounts

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking an Operating Partner in Fort Worth, TX to lead a restaurant team and drive performance. You will oversee profits and losses, cash reporting, labor, and food costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will recruit, develop and retain talent, partner with the Market Leader on operations, ensure food safety, uphold policies, and implement company campaigns and change initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience budgeting and financial oversight in a restaurant.
• Experience recruiting and developing talent.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety policies and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversees profit and loss, cash reporting, labor, food costs, repairs, and maintenance.
• Attracts and retains talent through hiring decisions and development plans.
• Works with Market Leader to execute operational plans.
• Monitors restaurant performance with reporting tools and metrics.
• Maintains safety protocols and a safe work environment.
• Rolls out change initiatives and campaigns.

Skills

Budgeting

Recruiting

Coaching

Restaurant Operations

Food Safety

Presentation Skills

Labor Law Compliance

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Whataburger is seeking an Operating Partner in Fort Worth, TX to lead a restaurant team and drive performance. You will oversee profits and losses, cash reporting, labor, and food costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will recruit, develop and retain talent, partner with the Market Leader on operations, ensure food safety, uphold policies, and implement company campaigns and change initiatives.