Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 1155

Whataburger•Richmond, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Shift Leader, you lead restaurant shift operations to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards. You coach and develop Family Members, support restaurant performance and inventory processes, uphold safety and compliance requirements, and foster teamwork and accountability. You partner with the Restaurant Manager team to strengthen your leadership skills, shift-management capability, and operational foundation. The role is primarily based at the home restaurant, where you lead the team and support daily operations. You may also be asked to assist at neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market, and may participate in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma/GED (preferred) or equivalent experience.
Have open availability to meet business needs, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.
Be able to stand for up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs.
Have experience coaching or leading teams.
Have strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills.
Possess ServSafe Food Certification or be able to successfully obtain it and pass the exam during training.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
Coach, train, and motivate Family Members, supporting the development of new and experienced employees.
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.
Assist at neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market when requested.
Participate in business meetings, training opportunities, and leadership sessions.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay.
Flexible schedules, with day, night/evening, and overnight shifts available.
Paid time off.
401(k) match of $1 for each $1 contributed, up to 4%.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Career development and growth opportunities, including a career path to a six-figure income.
Scholarship program for eligible dependents and hardship grant assistance through the Whataburger Family Foundation.
Education support, including free English-language learning, no-cost college-level courses, and reduced-tuition degree 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.