Shift Leader: Flexible Schedules & Six-Figure Growth

whataburger; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Scholarships

Education support

Meal discounts

Wireless discounts

Software discounts

Fitness discounts

Awards & recognition

Retirement celebration

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to keep the restaurant running smoothly and to drive operational excellence during every shift. You’ll lead the team, coach new hires and seasoned staff, and partner with the Restaurant Manager to sharpen leadership skills and strengthen daily operations.

You’ll manage workload, monitor food and labor costs, and uphold safety and sanitation standards while fostering a positive, high‑energy work culture.

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 keep the restaurant running smoothly and to drive operational excellence during every shift. You’ll lead the team, coach new hires and seasoned staff, and partner with the Restaurant Manager to sharpen leadership skills and strengthen daily operations.

You’ll manage workload, monitor food and labor costs, and uphold safety and sanitation standards while fostering a positive, high‑energy work culture.