Shift Leader: Lead a Fast-Paced Team & Grow Your Career

whataburger; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Education support

Meal discounts

Wireless discounts

Tech discounts

Fitness discounts

Recognition program

Retirement celebration

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader in Texas to drive daily operations at your home restaurant. You will lead the team, coach new hires, manage shift execution, and ensure top service and safety standards. This role emphasizes coaching, performance tracking, and maintaining a positive work culture.

Join a fast-paced environment that rewards leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to quality. You’ll have opportunities for career growth, training, and a clear path to higher responsibilities

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays.
• Stand up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs.
• Experience coaching or leading teams; strong customer service and communication.
• ServSafe Food Certification (or ability to obtain 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 smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer Service

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader in Texas to drive daily operations at your home restaurant. You will lead the team, coach new hires, manage shift execution, and ensure top service and safety standards. This role emphasizes coaching, performance tracking, and maintaining a positive work culture.

Join a fast-paced environment that rewards leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to quality. You’ll have opportunities for career growth, training, and a clear path to higher responsibilities