Shift Leader: Lead Ops & Team Growth (Flexible Hours)

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Career development

Scholarship program

English-language learning support

Discounted meals

Wireless service discounts

Awards and recognition

Retirement celebration program

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and keep the restaurant running smoothly. You’ll coach Family Members, lead shift management, and support goals for cost control and sales while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You’ll work at your home restaurant location with opportunities for growth, a clear career path, and comprehensive benefits that support your development and well-being.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or 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.
• Be able to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.
• Experience coaching or leading teams; strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Possess ServSafe Food Certification (or the ability to obtain and pass 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 like a well‑oiled fryer.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

People coaching

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and keep the restaurant running smoothly. You’ll coach Family Members, lead shift management, and support goals for cost control and sales while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You’ll work at your home restaurant location with opportunities for growth, a clear career path, and comprehensive benefits that support your development and well-being.