Restaurant Manager - Unit 1190

Whataburger is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain famous for its high-quality burgers and exceptional customer service. Established in 1950, Whataburger has grown to become a beloved American brand known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and community involvement. The company prides itself on a culture that values integrity, heart, and teamwork, fostering an environment where employees are encouraged to grow their careers while making meaningful contributions. Whataburger operates numerous locations, serving millions of customers with delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. With a strong focus on leadership development and employee satisfaction, Whataburger offers a supportive workplace that empowers team members to excel and advance.

The role of Restaurant Manager at Whataburger is a dynamic and influential position responsible for overseeing a high-volume restaurant with average annual sales exceeding $4 million and managing a team of over fifty Family Members. This role is critical in creating an environment where great food, outstanding service, and effective teamwork thrive daily. The Restaurant Manager will rotate through key Areas of Responsibility, including Customer, Quality, and People, to develop well-rounded leadership skills and prepare for future opportunities as an Operating Partner. This position entails ensuring operational performance, fostering team development, collaborating with leadership partners, and driving continuous improvements.

Compensation for the Restaurant Manager role includes competitive weekly pay and a bonus program with 2.5 times upside potential. Additional perks include paid time off, paid holidays such as Christmas, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) match of $1 for $1 up to 4 percent. Health benefits are comprehensive, covering medical, dental, and vision, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage. Career development opportunities abound, with clear pathways to well-paying leadership roles, including six-figure incomes for Operating Partners. Whataburger also invests in employees' families through scholarship programs and hardship grants. Educational benefits include access to free English-language learning, no-cost college-level courses, and reduced tuition pathways. Other employee perks include discounted meals, wireless service discounts, computer and software savings, fitness center deals, awards and recognition programs, retirement celebrations, and more.

This role requires a leader who can manage daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards while championing hospitality and guest service. The Restaurant Manager coaches, develops, and supports Family Members to reach their full potential while achieving financial and operational goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability. The manager ensures adherence to food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards, fosters a positive and inclusive workplace, oversees shift transitions, guides talent development activities, and supports business planning and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is primarily based in the home restaurant but may occasionally involve supporting nearby locations or participating in broader leadership and training sessions.

Whataburger is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, or other legally protected conditions. The company participates in the federal E-Verify Program to confirm employment eligibility. This commitment, alongside the company’s rich heritage and dedication to employee success, makes Whataburger an exceptional place to build a career in the restaurant industry.