Restaurant Operations Leader | P&L, People & Growth

Whataburger; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay & bonus

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis)

Disability benefits

401(k) match

Career development

Scholarship program

Hardship grant assistance

Education support (English learning +

Discounted meals

Cell phone discounts

Software discounts

Fitness discounts

Awards & recognition

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking an Operating Partner to lead a restaurant team and drive financial performance across operations. You will oversee cash reporting, labor and food costs, while shaping hiring, growth plans, and performance reviews with market leadership.

You will monitor operations using various metrics, uphold food safety policies, and foster strong customer relationships. This role emphasizes change rollout, new product launches, and adherence to company campaigns.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Manages profit and loss, cash reporting, labor, and food costs.
• Attracts and retains talent through hiring decisions and development plans.
• Collaborates with Managers and Market Leader on operational plans.
• Monitors performance using reporting tools, customer and labor metrics.
• Maintains food safety protocols and creates a safe work environment.
• Builds customer relationships and handles complaints; supports change initiatives.

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 to lead a restaurant team and drive financial performance across operations. You will oversee cash reporting, labor and food costs, while shaping hiring, growth plans, and performance reviews with market leadership.

You will monitor operations using various metrics, uphold food safety policies, and foster strong customer relationships. This role emphasizes change rollout, new product launches, and adherence to company campaigns.