Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 989

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is looking for a Shift Leader to manage daily operations, drive team performance, and maintain high standards of quality and service. This role involves coaching team members, overseeing food safety compliance, and ensuring a positive work culture.

Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and have strong leadership skills. The position offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and numerous benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Open availability for overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs.
• Experience coaching or leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate team members.
• Uphold food safety, workplace safety, sanitation, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

As a Shift Leader at Whataburger, you’ll manage daily shift operations, drive team performance, and ensure high standards of quality, service, cleanliness, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate team members, helping new hires quickly acquire skills and supporting seasoned employees.
• Support goals related to food cost, labor cost, sales performance, and 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 & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Flexible schedules – day, night/evening, and overnight shifts.
• Paid time off (subject to eligibility).
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Whataburger Family Foundation scholarships for dependents and hardship grants.
• Comprehensive education support (free English language learning, no‑cost college courses, reduced tuition).
• Discounted meals, wireless service, computer/software, fitness/gym discounts.
• Awards and recognition.
• Retirement celebration program.
• *Eligibility rules may apply.

Qualifications

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

Work Location

This role is based at your home restaurant, leading daily operations and supporting a broader market as needed.

EEO and E-Verify

Whataburger is committed to equal employment opportunities for 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 status. The company participates in the federal E‑Verify Program and will submit COI data as required.