Shift Leader: Lead a Fast-Paced Team & Grow

whataburger; Leona Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team on a busy shift. You will coach teammates, ensure quality, service, and cleanliness, and help manage costs while delivering a great guest experience.

Based at your home restaurant with opportunities to support neighboring locations, you will participate in leadership training and growth programs as part of our People-first culture.

Qualifications

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

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 smoothly.

Skills

Coaching teams

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

ServSafe certification

Education

High school diploma / GED preferred

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team on a busy shift. You will coach teammates, ensure quality, service, and cleanliness, and help manage costs while delivering a great guest experience.

Based at your home restaurant with opportunities to support neighboring locations, you will participate in leadership training and growth programs as part of our People-first culture.