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    DO WORK THAT MAKES YOU PROUD

    People make the difference at Whataburger. We take pride in our work, take care of each other and love serving our customers. Join our family and we’ll work hard to instill values and skills that will serve you well no matter where your journey leads.

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    • Overseeing it all.

      As Operating Partner, you’ll put your professional and personal skills to work as you manage an entire restaurant. You’ll be responsible for bringing the most out of the Managers, Team Leaders and Team Members who work for you as they deliver excellence again and again to our customers.

      Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law.

      Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information click here or go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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      Responsibilities

      • Think Big Picture and Be Strategic About Problem-Solving for a Multimillion-Dollar Restaurant
      • Be Passionate About Hiring and Developing Great Employees Who Fit the Whataburger Culture
      • Lead by Example With Integrity to Create a Safe and Inclusive Workplace Culture
      • Have an Ownership Mentality That Stretches Beyond the Walls of the Restaurant into the Community
      • Create a Positive and Exciting Atmosphere for Guests and Family Members (what we call employees)
      • Lead and Inspire Team and Manage all Aspects of the Business
      • Maintain Restaurant Cleanliness and Image That Lives Up to Our Brand Standards

      Rewards

      • Opportunity to earn a Six Figure Income
      • Weekly Pay
      • Annual Performance Reviews with Merit-Based Pay Adjustments
      • Monthly and Annual Unlimited Bonus Opportunities - Based on Store Performance
      • Schedule Flexibility
      • Leadership Development and Career Growth Opportunities
      • Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
      • Time Off Benefits
      • 401(k) Savings Plan
      • Discounted Meals
      • Service Awards
      • Scholarship Program
      • Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • Paid Parental Leave
      • Retirement Celebration Program

       
      *Whataburger Franchisees are independently owned and operated businesses. The salary and bonus ranges and benefits are for corporate restaurants only. All terms and conditions of employment, such as salaries, bonuses, and benefits are determined by each Franchisee for their respective employees at their sole discretion.

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    Operating Partner

    Operating Partner


    Overseeing it all.

    As Operating Partner, you’ll put your professional and personal skills to work as you manage an entire restaurant. You’ll be responsible for bringing the most out of the Managers, Team Leaders and Team Members who work for you as they deliver excellence again and again to our customers.

    Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law.

    Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information click here or go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

    Small E-Verify logo

    Responsibilities

    • Think Big Picture and Be Strategic About Problem-Solving for a Multimillion-Dollar Restaurant
    • Be Passionate About Hiring and Developing Great Employees Who Fit the Whataburger Culture
    • Lead by Example With Integrity to Create a Safe and Inclusive Workplace Culture
    • Have an Ownership Mentality That Stretches Beyond the Walls of the Restaurant into the Community
    • Create a Positive and Exciting Atmosphere for Guests and Family Members (what we call employees)
    • Lead and Inspire Team and Manage all Aspects of the Business
    • Maintain Restaurant Cleanliness and Image That Lives Up to Our Brand Standards

    Rewards

    • Opportunity to earn a Six Figure Income
    • Weekly Pay
    • Annual Performance Reviews with Merit-Based Pay Adjustments
    • Monthly and Annual Unlimited Bonus Opportunities - Based on Store Performance
    • Schedule Flexibility
    • Leadership Development and Career Growth Opportunities
    • Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
    • Time Off Benefits
    • 401(k) Savings Plan
    • Discounted Meals
    • Service Awards
    • Scholarship Program
    • Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Retirement Celebration Program

     
    *Whataburger Franchisees are independently owned and operated businesses. The salary and bonus ranges and benefits are for corporate restaurants only. All terms and conditions of employment, such as salaries, bonuses, and benefits are determined by each Franchisee for their respective employees at their sole discretion.

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