Restaurant Manager - Unit 564

Whataburger • Hillsboro, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Restaurant Manager oversees a high-volume restaurant with average annual sales of $4M+ and an average team size of more than fifty Family Members. The role creates an environment where great food, service, and teamwork come together and rotates through Customer, Quality, and People Areas of Responsibility to build broad leadership skills and prepare for potential future Operating Partner opportunities.

The manager leads daily restaurant operations and supports operational performance, guest hospitality, team development, business results, food and workplace safety, and continuous improvement. The position is based primarily at the home restaurant, with occasional support at neighboring locations or elsewhere in the Market, as well as participation in business meetings, training, and leadership sessions.

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.
• Able to stand for up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs., 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 coverage at least at the minimum levels in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards, creating friendly, fast, and authentically Whataburger experiences.
• Coach, develop, and support Family Members to reach their full potential.
• Achieve restaurant goals across 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.
• 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.
• Whataburger Family Foundation scholarship program for eligible dependents and hardship grant assistance.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED