Restaurant Manager - Unit 817

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 2.5x upside potential
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday (Christmas)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Career path to a six-figure income (Operating Partners can earn six figures!)
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Comprehensive education benefits, including free English-language learning, no-cost college-level courses, and reduced college tuition pathways
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retailer Celebration Program

The Sauce — Benefits

• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits

The Sauce — Pay

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 2.5x upside potential

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.
• Champion hospitality and guest service standards by creating experiences that feel friendly, fast, and authentically Whataburger.
• Coach, develop, and support Family Members to reach their full potential.
• Be responsible for achieving restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.
• Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards are upheld.
• Model Whataburger values and create 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 restaurant leadership team.
• Support business planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

• Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain, it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up.
• Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.
• Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team.
• We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients.

What You Bring To The Table — Required Experience

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED strongly preferred or equivalent experience.
• Be able to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.
• Have ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.
• Have 1–3 years of leadership experience.
• Possess ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or the ability to successfully obtain and pass the exam during training).
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in your state of residence.