Business Manager

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger 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.

Since 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.

Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Business Manager, you'll serve as a trusted strategic partner to executive leadership, ensuring key priorities, initiatives, and business objectives are aligned and executed effectively. You'll help connect people, processes, and communication across the organization while providing the insights, coordination, and leadership support needed to drive results.

In this role, you'll Make a Difference by helping leaders turn strategy into action and delivering solutions that positively impact our people and business. You'll Serve with Heart by fostering collaboration, building strong partnerships, and ensuring teams have the support they need to succeed. You'll Win as One by bringing cross-functional teams together around shared goals and creating alignment across the organization. You'll Move Forward Boldly by identifying opportunities for improvement, leading key initiatives, and helping drive the business toward future growth and success.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Business Manager, you will:

• Partner with executive leadership to drive strategic priorities and key initiatives.
• Align cross-functional teams around business goals and deliverables.
• Manage leadership calendars, priorities, and meeting cadence.
• Coordinate communication strategies that drive clarity and alignment.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and executive-level materials.
• Track progress against strategic objectives and action plans.
• Lead projects that improve processes, efficiency, and business outcomes.
• Coordinate department meetings, conferences, and leadership events.
• Analyze business data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support budget planning and monitor financial performance.
• Build strong partnerships across teams to achieve shared goals.
• Identify risks, resolve challenges, and drive continuous improvement.

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Business Manager, you will receive:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
• 5 weeks PTO
• Flex Weeks
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave*
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and 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

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As a Business Manager, you must have: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of professional experience in business operations, project management, or strategic support.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders on business initiatives.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience analyzing data and developing actionable insights.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building abilities.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Business Manager, we prefer you to have: 

• Experience supporting executive-level leadership.
• Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, retail, or multi-unit operations industry.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Experience developing executive presentations and board materials.
• Experience driving process improvement and organizational change.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and financial planning.
• Ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Experience facilitating strategic planning and business reviews.
• Familiarity with enterprise project, reporting, and communication tools

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

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