Shift Leader - Lead Fast-Paced Kitchen & Growth

Whataburger; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Medical Benefits

Disability Benefits

Career Development

Scholarship Program

Education Support

Meal Discounts

Wireless Discounts

Tech Discounts

Gym Discounts

Awards & Recognition

Retirement Celebration

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive daily operations at your home restaurant in San Antonio. You will lead service, quality, and safety while coaching team members to perform at their best and deliver a warm, fast, and friendly guest experience.

This role offers competitive weekly pay, flexible schedules, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within the company. You’ll develop leadership skills, manage shifts, and collaborate across the team to keep meals moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness.
• Coach, train, and motivate team members to perform at their best.
• Support goals related to food cost, labor cost, and sales performance; manage inventory basics.
• Uphold food safety, workplace safety, sanitation, and compliance requirements.
• Foster teamwork, communication, accountability, and a positive work culture.
• Prepare and transition shift operations to keep the restaurant running smoothly.

Skills

Coaching / Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Multitasking

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Shift Leader to drive daily operations at your home restaurant in San Antonio. You will lead service, quality, and safety while coaching team members to perform at their best and deliver a warm, fast, and friendly guest experience.

This role offers competitive weekly pay, flexible schedules, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within the company. You’ll develop leadership skills, manage shifts, and collaborate across the team to keep meals moving smoothly.