Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 657

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Education support and scholarships

Discounted meals

Wireless service discounts

Fitness/gym discounts

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee daily operations, ensuring quality and service standards are met. The role includes coaching and motivating team members, managing shift operations, and upholding compliance with safety and sanitation requirements. Candidates should possess strong leadership and multitasking skills, and be able to work flexible hours.

We offer competitive pay, flexible shifts, paid time off, and a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and education support. Join a team dedicated to exceptional service!

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Availability for overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours.
• Physical ability to stand up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs.

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, and sales performance.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

ServSafe Food Certification

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Shift Leader, you will lead the day‑to‑day operations of a Whataburger restaurant, ensuring quality, service, and cleanliness standards are consistently met while driving continuous improvement.

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate Family Members — helping new hires catch up quickly and seasoned staff elevate performance.
• 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 smoothly.

Pay & Perks

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible schedules – day, night/evening, and 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 path to a six‑figure income (Operating Partners can reach six figures)
• 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 and software discounts
• Fitness/gym discounts
• Awards and recognition for outstanding performance
• Retirement celebration program
• And more!

Required Experience

• Minimum age 18 years old
• High school diploma, GED preferred, or equivalent experience
• Availability for overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and dependable attendance
• Physical ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet other physical demands
• Experience coaching or leading teams; strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills
• ServSafe Food Certification (or ability to obtain it during training)

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at your home restaurant. You will spend most of your time leading the team and supporting daily operations, with occasional assistance at neighboring locations or leadership support within the market. You may also participate in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions to grow and stay connected to the broader Whataburger organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 condition or status protected by law.

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.