Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 931

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

Comprehensive medical benefits

Education support

Discounted Meals

Fitness Discounts

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and maintain high standards in service and cleanliness. You'll lead your team, coach new hires, and ensure smooth shifts at the restaurant.

Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, be at least 18 years old, and have strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and various perks, including flexible schedules and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong customer service and multitasking skills.
• Possess ServSafe Food Certification or obtain during training.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain standards.
• Coach and motivate team members.
• Support goals related to food and labor cost.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Prepare and transition shift operations.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Shift Leader, you’re the spark that keeps the restaurant firing on all cylinders. You drive operational excellence, keep every shift running smooth, coach and motivate team members, foster collaboration, and turn challenges into opportunities. You partner with the Restaurant Manager to sharpen leadership, build shift‑management capability, and strengthen your operational foundation.

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 & 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
• And more!

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards
• Coach, train, and motivate Family Members—helping new hires ketchup 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 like a well-oiled fryer

Required Experience

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience
• Be able to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance
• Have the ability to stand 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 successfully obtain and pass the exam during training)

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based in your home restaurant, where you’ll spend most of your time leading your team and supporting daily operations. At times, you may be asked to assist at neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market. You may also take part in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions that help you 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.

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