Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 992

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules – Day, Night/Even..

Paid Time Off

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Career Development and Growth – six-fig

Scholarship Program and Hardship Grant

Education support incl. free English‑/

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

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a shift manager to lead daily operations at your home restaurant, ensuring quality, service, and cleanliness. You will guide your team, coach new hires, and drive performance across cost, sales, and inventory targets.

The role emphasizes food safety, safety compliance, and a collaborative, accountable work culture. Applicants should be at least 18 with leadership experience and flexible, including overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs.
• Open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach, train, and motivate team members to perform at a high level.
• 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 and transition shift operations to keep the restaurant running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Availability for nights

ServSafe Certification

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

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 And more!

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.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Have ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.
• Be able to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.
• 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 & E-Verify

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. *Eligibility rules may apply.