Shift Leader - Lead a High-Energy Food Team

Whataburger; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules

PTO

401(k) match

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Career Development

Scholarships

Education Support

Meal Discounts

Wireless Discounts

Computer Discounts

Fitness Discounts

Awards & Recognition

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to guide daily restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team. You will mentor crew, enforce quality and safety standards, and drive efficient shift execution in a fast-paced setting.

You’ll develop leadership skills through hands-on coaching, participate in daily operations, and contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused culture that values accountability and growth.

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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer Service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma / GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to guide daily restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team. You will mentor crew, enforce quality and safety standards, and drive efficient shift execution in a fast-paced setting.

You’ll develop leadership skills through hands-on coaching, participate in daily operations, and contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused culture that values accountability and growth.