5-7 years of experience in restaurant management or related field
Strong understanding of financial management and budgeting processes
Proven track record in talent acquisition and retention strategies
Effective coaching and team development skills
Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance requirements
Excellent presentation and communication abilities
Familiarity with labor laws affecting the restaurant industry
Responsibilities
Manage profit and loss statements, focusing on cash flow, labor, and food costs
Attract, develop, and assess talent through strategic hiring and performance evaluations
Collaborate with Managers to implement operational plans
Monitor performance metrics and customer satisfaction
Ensure adherence to food safety protocols and create a safe workplace
Engage with customers and expertly handle complaints
Lead the implementation of new initiatives including products and company strategies
Benefits
Opportunity to earn a six-figure income
Weekly pay structure
Uncapped bonus potential with monthly and annual payouts
Performance-based pay increases each year
Flexible scheduling options
Leadership development and career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
Generous paid time off starting with 5 weeks
401(k) plan with competitive company match
Paid parental leave available upon eligibility
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Scholarship opportunity for employees and dependents
Hardship grant assistance through the Whataburger Family Foundation
Discounted meals for employees and their guests
Generous discounts on wireless services, computers, and software
Gym and fitness discounts
Recognition programs and awards for employee contributions
Special retirement celebration program
Full Job Description
The Operating Partner is responsible for leading a team of Family Members and managing the performance and operations of their restaurant(s). The partner leads key financial, staffing, and brand decisions.
Total Rewards:
Opportunity to Earn a Six Figure Income
Weekly Pay
Uncapped Bonus (incentive) Potential with Monthly and Annual Payouts
Performance for Pay Program - Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
Schedule Flexibility
Leadership Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1!
401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
Paid Parental Leave - Subject to meeting eligibility requirements
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
Wireless Service Discounts
Computer & Software Discounts
Fitness / Gym Discounts
Awards and Recognition For All You Do
Retirement Celebration Program
Responsibilities:
Manages profit and loss, oversees financial tasks such as cash reporting, labor, food expenses, repairs, and maintenance.
Responsible for attracting and retaining talent through key hiring decisions, growth and development plans, and regular performance assessments.
Works with Managers and the Market Leader to execute operational plans.
Monitors restaurant performance and processes utilizing reporting tools, customer metrics, and labor metrics.
Maintains restaurant safety protocols through promotion of all food safety policies, procedures, tools, and systems and creation of a safe work environment.
Builds relationships with customers and resolves customer complaints.
Responsible for rollout and adoption of all change initiatives, to include new products, systems, company campaigns and strategies.
Key Skills:
Budgeting
Recruiting
Coaching
Restaurant Operations
Food Safety
Presentation Skills
Labor Law Compliance
Preferred:
Associate degree or equivalent work experience.
2+ years of management experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
