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You’ll create an environment where great food, great service, and great teamwork come together every day. You’ll rotate through Customer, Quality, and People Areas of Responsibility (AORs) to build well-rounded leadership skills and prepare for future Operating Partner opportunities.\nYou’ll Make a Difference by supporting operational performance, Serve with Heart by developing your team, Win as One through partnership with your Operating Partner and fellow leaders, and Move Forward Boldly by driving improvements that strengthen your restaurant and grow your leadership.\nThe Sauce - Pay & Perks\nAs a Restaurant Manager, you will receive:\nCompetitive Weekly Pay\nBonus Program with 2.5x upside potential\nPaid Time Off\nPaid Holiday (Christmas)\nPaid Parental Leave*\n401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%\nCompetitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*\nShort-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*\nOpportunities for Career Development and Growth - a clear career path to a six-figure income (our Operating Partners can earn six figures!)\nWhataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance\nComprehensive education benefits, including access to free English-language learning, no-cost college-level courses, and reduced college tuition pathways\nDiscounted Meals for You and a Guest\nWireless Service Discounts\nComputer & Software Discounts\nFitness / Gym Discounts\nAwards and recognition for all you do\nRetirement Celebration Program \nAnd more!\nDay-to-Day Ingredients - Responsibilities\nAs a Restaurant Manager, you will:\nLead daily restaurant operations to meet quality, service, and cleanliness standards.\nChampion hospitality and guest service standards by creating experiences that feel friendly, fast, and authentically Whataburger.\nCoach, develop, and support Family Members to reach their full potential.\nBe responsible for achieving restaurant goals across sales, labor, food cost, and profitability.\nEnsure food safety, workplace safety, and brand standards are upheld.\nModel Whataburger values and create a positive, inclusive work environment.\nLead shift transitions and maintain smooth operations across all day parts.\nGuide talent development, training, hiring, and retention in partnership with restaurant leadership team.\nSupport business planning, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nOur Flavor - Why Whataburger\nWhataburger 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.\nSince 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. If you're ready - to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly - we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.\nWhat You Bring to the Table - Required Experience\nAs a Restaurant Manager, you must:\nBe at least 18 years of age.\nPossess a high school diploma or GED strongly preferred or equivalent experience.\nBe able to meet business needs and have open availability, including overnights, weekends, holidays, variable hours, and maintain dependable attendance.\nHave ability to stand up to 10 hours, lift up to 55 lbs., and meet physical demands.\nHave 1-3 years of leadership experience.\nPossess ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or the ability to successfully obtain and pass the exam during training)\nPossess a valid driver’s license and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in your state of residence.\nWhere & How You’ll Work\nThis role is based in your home restaurant, where you’ll spend most of your time leading your team and supporting daily operations. 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