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Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 1406

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Competitive weekly pay
flexible schedules
Paid Time Off
401(k) match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Career Development
scholarship program
meal discounts
wireless service discounts
computer and software discounts
Fitness/Gym Discounts
awards and recognition
Retirement Celebration Program

Job Description

Whataburger is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain that has been serving up quality burgers and a memorable dining experience since 1950. Known for its commitment to quality food, outstanding customer service, and fostering a strong team culture, Whataburger has established itself as a leader in the quick-service restaurant industry. The company prides itself on investing in its employees, helping them grow both personally and professionally, and providing a welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to contribute their best. With a rich heritage and a strong presence in communities, Whataburger offers more than just jobs; it offers career advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture where employees feel valued and motivated to succeed.

As a Shift Leader at Whataburger, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence and ensuring that every shift runs smoothly and efficiently. You will be the spark that keeps the restaurant firing, working closely with the Restaurant Manager and fellow team members to deliver excellent quality, service, and cleanliness standards. Your leadership and coaching skills will be pivotal in developing Family Members, helping them enhance their skills, build confidence, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. This role requires balancing various operational goals, including food cost control, labor efficiency, sales performance, and compliance with food safety and workplace regulations.

In this role, you will lead by example, inspire teamwork, communicate effectively, and foster a positive work environment to keep the restaurant operating like a well-oiled machine. Whataburger offers flexible scheduling across day, night, evening, and overnight shifts, making it an ideal opportunity for individuals looking for dynamic work hours. Employees enjoy competitive weekly pay, paid time off, and eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage.

Moreover, Whataburger provides promising career development pathways, including opportunities to advance to higher leadership positions with potential to earn six-figure incomes. The company supports educational growth through its Family Foundation Scholarship Program, reduced tuition degree pathways, free English-language learning, and college-level courses at no cost. Additional perks include meal discounts, wireless and computer software discounts, fitness memberships, awards, and special recognition programs, along with retirement celebrations to honor employees' contributions.

As a Shift Leader, your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing shifts to ensure consistency in quality and service, motivating and training team members, supporting financial and inventory goals, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and promoting a collaborative and accountable workplace culture. This role serves as a foundational leadership position for those who aspire to grow within Whataburger and take on more significant responsibilities over time.

Join Whataburger and become part of a company that embraces bold leadership, values integrity, and believes in winning as one team. Whether you are starting your career or looking to enhance your leadership skills, Whataburger provides the ingredients for success and a rewarding work experience where every shift offers new opportunities to make a difference, learn, and move forward boldly.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • possess a high school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience
  • have open availability including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance
  • ability to stand up to 10 hours and lift up to 55 lbs
  • have experience coaching or leading teams
  • possess ServSafe Food Certification or ability to obtain and pass the exam during training

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • possess a high school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience
  • have experience coaching or leading teams
  • strong customer service, communication, and multitasking skills
  • possess ServSafe Food Certification or ability to obtain and pass the exam during training

Job Duties

  • Lead shift management to maintain quality, service, and cleanliness standards
  • coach, train, and motivate Family Members, helping new hires ketchup quickly and seasoned pros turn up the heat
  • 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 to keep the restaurant running like a well-oiled fryer

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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