Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 1361

Whataburger•Clarksville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Restaurant Shift Leader leads restaurant shifts and supports daily operations, ensuring quality, service, cleanliness, food safety, and workplace safety standards. The role includes coaching and developing Family Members, supporting operational goals, and promoting teamwork and accountability. The Shift Leader partners with the Restaurant Manager team to develop leadership and shift-management skills and strengthen operational knowledge. The position is based primarily at the home restaurant in Clarksville, Tennessee. The employee may occasionally assist neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market, and may participate in business meetings, training, and leadership sessions.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma/GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
Meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and variable hours, with dependable attendance.
Ability to stand for up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 pounds.
Experience coaching or leading teams.
Strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills.
Possess ServSafe Food Certification or be able to successfully obtain 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.
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.
Partner with the Restaurant Manager team to develop leadership skills, shift-management capability, and operational knowledge.
Assist at neighboring locations or provide leadership support within the Market when asked.
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 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 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.