Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 546

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

401(k) match up to 4%

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Scholarship Program

Discounted Meals

Fitness/Gym Discounts

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and enhance team performance. You will lead shifts, manage service standards, and support career development for team members in a dynamic environment.

This role requires strong leadership, customer service skills, and flexibility in scheduling, with opportunities for growth and a competitive benefits package provided.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Have open availability, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be able to stand for up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs.
• Have experience coaching or leading teams.
• Possess ServSafe Food Certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate Family Members.
• Support food cost, labor cost, and sales performance goals.
• Uphold food safety and workplace safety requirements.
• Foster teamwork, communication, and a positive work culture.
• Prepare and lead shift operations.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Shift Leader, you’re the spark that keeps the restaurant firing on all cylinders, driving operational excellence and keeping every shift running smooth as melted cheese. You’ll help team members grow, coach them to improve skills, build confidence, and energize the team during rushes.

Pay & Perks

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedules – Day, Night/Evening & Overnight Shifts Available
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match 1/1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Benefits
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth – a clear career path to a six‑figure income
• Whataburger Family Foundation – Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Comprehensive education support, including free English‑language learning, no‑cost college‑level courses, and reduced‑tuition degree pathways
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate Family Members.
• Support goals related to food cost, labor cost, sales performance, and basic inventory processes.
• Uphold food safety, workplace safety, sanitation, and compliance requirements.
• Foster teamwork, communication, accountability, and a positive work culture.
• Prepare, lead, and transition shift operations to keep the restaurant running like a well‑oiled fryer.

Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast‑food burger chain – it’s a place where bold leadership starts and potential heats up. Working here offers opportunities to grow, learn, and move forward with a supportive team.

Required Experience

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.
• Be able to stand for up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs, and meet physical demands.
• Have experience coaching or leading teams; strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Possess ServSafe Food Certification (or the ability to obtain and pass the exam during training).

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based in your home restaurant and involves leading the team, supporting daily operations, and sometimes assisting neighboring locations or participating in business meetings and leadership sessions.

EEO Statement

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics. Whataburger participates in the federal E‑Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. *Eligibility rules may apply.