Welcome to Whataburger Careers! 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: Competitive Weekly Pay & Bonus Program Paid Time Off - Starting on Day One Paid Parental Leave Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4% Opportunities for Career Development and Growth Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents also eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance Comprehensive education support, including free English‑language learning, no‑cost college‑level courses, and reduced‑tuition degree pathways. Discounted Meals Cell Phone Service Discounts Computer & Software Discounts Fitness / Gym Discounts Awards and recognition for all you do And more! 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. 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 go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. *Eligibility rules may apply 2501 Gateway Dr Opelika AL 36801-6882 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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