Shift Leader — Flexible Hours & Growth Path

Whataburger; Crossroads (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Scholarships

Education support

Meal discounts

Wireless discounts

Tech discounts

Fitness discounts

Recognition program

Retirement program

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive shift-level operations and develop a high-performance team. You’ll coach Crew Members, ensure quality and safety, and contribute to sales and labor goals in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Based in your home restaurant, you’ll lead by example, manage daily operations, and participate in ongoing leadership development within our growing Whataburger family.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive shift-level operations and develop a high-performance team. You’ll coach Crew Members, ensure quality and safety, and contribute to sales and labor goals in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Based in your home restaurant, you’ll lead by example, manage daily operations, and participate in ongoing leadership development within our growing Whataburger family.