Restaurant Manager - Unit 861
About The Position
The Restaurant Manager oversees a high-volume Whataburger restaurant with average annual sales of $4 million or more and an average team size of more than 50 Family Members. The manager leads daily operations, fosters great food, service, and teamwork, and rotates through Customer, Quality, and People Areas of Responsibility to develop broad leadership skills and prepare for potential future Operating Partner opportunities. The role partners with the Operating Partner and fellow leaders to improve restaurant performance and team development. The role is based primarily at the home restaurant, with occasional support at neighboring locations or elsewhere within the Market. The manager also participates in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions. Open availability is required, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED is strongly preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Open availability to meet business needs, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours; dependable attendance is required.
- Ability to stand for up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 pounds, and meet the role’s physical demands.
- 1–3 years of leadership experience.
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification, or the ability to successfully obtain it and pass the exam during training.
- Valid driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance at least at the minimum levels required in the employee’s state of residence.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
- Champion hospitality and guest service standards by creating friendly, fast, and authentically Whataburger experiences.
- Coach, develop, and support Family Members.
- Achieve restaurant goals for sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.
- Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards are upheld.
- Model Whataburger values and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.
- Lead shift transitions and maintain smooth operations across all day parts.
- Guide talent development, training, hiring, and retention in partnership with the restaurant leadership team.
- Support business planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with the Operating Partner and fellow leaders to strengthen restaurant performance.
- Provide leadership support at neighboring locations or within the Market when requested.
- Participate in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Bonus program with 2.5x upside potential
- Paid time off
- Paid Christmas holiday
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) match of $1 for every $1 contributed, up to 4%
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Career development and growth opportunities
- Scholarship program for eligible dependents through the Whataburger Family Foundation
- Hardship grant assistance through the Whataburger Family Foundation
- Education benefits, including free English-language learning, no-cost college-level courses, and reduced college tuition pathways
- Discounted meals for the employee and a guest
- Wireless service discounts
- Computer and software discounts
- Fitness and gym discounts
- Awards and recognition
- Retirement celebration program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
