Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 919

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Scholarship program for dependents

Discounted meals

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to manage restaurant operations, ensuring quality and service standards are met. You will coach team members, support performance goals, and maintain a positive work culture.

The role offers competitive weekly pay, comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) match, and opportunities for career growth. Prior experience leading teams and a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong availability including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours and lift 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to uphold quality and service standards.
• Coach and train Family Members.
• Support food cost and sales performance goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

ServSafe Food Certification

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate Family Members — helping new hires quickly and seasoned pros turn up the heat.
• 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 with flexible schedules (day, night/evening and overnight).
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match 1/1 up to 4%.
• Competitive medical, dental, vision benefits.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and growth – clear career path to a six‑figure income.
• Scholarship program for dependents and hardship grant assistance.
• Comprehensive education support, free English‑language learning, no‑cost college‑level courses, 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 and more.

Required Experience

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.
• Ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.
• Experience coaching or leading teams; strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Possess ServSafe Food Certification (or ability to obtain and pass during training).

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based in your home restaurant. You will spend most of your time leading the team and supporting daily operations. You may be asked to provide leadership support at neighboring locations. You may also take part in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions.

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 protected condition. Whataburger participates in the federal E‑Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.