Shift Leader: Lead a Fast-Paced Team to Excellence

Whataburger Restaurants; Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Career development opportunities

Education support and scholarships

Discounted meals

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and keep shifts running smoothly. You will coach team members, oversee quality and safety, and partner with management to meet cost and sales goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and customer service in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work at your home restaurant location, with opportunities to support neighboring sites and participate in leadership training.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Coach and motivate team members to improve performance and efficiency.
• Support goals related to food cost, labor cost, sales performance, and inventory processes.
• Uphold food safety and workplace safety standards and compliance.
• Foster teamwork, communication, accountability, and a positive work culture.
• Transition shift operations to keep the restaurant running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer Service

Communication

Multitasking

Safety & Compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and keep shifts running smoothly. You will coach team members, oversee quality and safety, and partner with management to meet cost and sales goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and customer service in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work at your home restaurant location, with opportunities to support neighboring sites and participate in leadership training.