Shift Leader: Lead Teams, Grow Skills, Flexible Schedules

Whataburger; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Career Development & Growth

Education support & Scholarships

Discounted Meals

Job summary

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and coach a frontline team during busy shifts. You will lead shift management, train and motivate Family Members, and help manage costs while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Based at your home restaurant, you’ll work with the Restaurant Manager team to sharpen leadership skills, maintain high guest satisfaction, and support team growth through hands-on coaching and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, 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

Team management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Whataburger Restaurants is seeking a Shift Leader to drive operational excellence and coach a frontline team during busy shifts. You will lead shift management, train and motivate Family Members, and help manage costs while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Based at your home restaurant, you’ll work with the Restaurant Manager team to sharpen leadership skills, maintain high guest satisfaction, and support team growth through hands-on coaching and a positive culture.