Shift Leader: Flexible Hours & Growth Path

whataburger; Blackshear Place (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Scholarship program

Education support

Meal discounts

Wireless discounts

Tech discounts

Gym discounts

Awards

Retirement program

Job summary

Whataburger is hiring a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence, lead the front-line team, and ensure quality, service, and cleanliness during each shift.

You will coach and motivate Family Members, manage scheduling and safety standards, and partner with the Restaurant Manager to grow leadership skills and performance across the operation. This role includes handling overnights/weekends, standing up to 10 hours, lifting 55 lbs, and pursuing certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• 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 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)

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.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Attendance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Whataburger is hiring a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence, lead the front-line team, and ensure quality, service, and cleanliness during each shift.

You will coach and motivate Family Members, manage scheduling and safety standards, and partner with the Restaurant Manager to grow leadership skills and performance across the operation. This role includes handling overnights/weekends, standing up to 10 hours, lifting 55 lbs, and pursuing certification requirements.