Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor - Multi-State (AL, LA, MS, TN)

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!Your Recipe For Impact — What You’ll DoAs a Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor, you play a critical role in keeping our restaurants running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance. By leading skilled maintenance teams and guiding preventative strategies across multiple locations, you help ensure our restaurants are always ready to serve communities with pride.In this role, you Make a Difference by protecting uptime, food safety, and guest experience through reliable facilities and equipment. You Serve with Heart by coaching and developing technicians, supporting restaurant teams, and responding with urgency when it matters most. You Win as One by partnering closely with Operations, vendors, and cross functional teams to solve problems and drive consistency. And you Move Forward Boldly by improving processes, embracing data driven decisions, and leading maintenance strategies that evolve with our growing brand.Day-to-Day Ingredients — ResponsibilitiesAs a Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor, you will:Lead and support Restaurant Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance Technicians across assigned locationsEnsure 95%+ facility and equipment uptime through proactive maintenance strategiesOversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and building systemsPrioritize and manage reactive and preventative work orders using CMMS toolsDevelop, monitor, and improve preventative maintenance programsConduct facility assessments and identify capital improvement needsManage vendor relationships, contracts, and service performanceEnsure compliance with health codes, safety standards, ADA, and brand requirementsCoordinate emergency response and after‑hours maintenance coverageAnalyze maintenance metrics to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost controlCoach, train, and performance‑manage maintenance team members with a focus on safetyThe Sauce — Pay & PerksAs a Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor, You Will ReceiveCompetitive Weekly PayBonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company resultsCompany Vehicle5 weeks PTOPaid Corporate HolidaysPaid 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 GrowthWhataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant AssistanceDiscounted Meals for You and a GuestWireless Service DiscountsComputer & Software DiscountsFitness / Gym DiscountsAwards and recognition for all you doRetirement Celebration ProgramWhat You Bring To The Table — Required ExperienceAs a Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor, you must have:7+ years of maintenance leadership or supervisory experience5+ years supporting restaurants, food service, or multi‑site facilitiesProven experience managing preventative maintenance programsAdvanced knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and building systemsStrong understanding of health regulations, building codes, and safety standardsDemonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop technical teamsExperience managing vendors and external service providersSolid project management, prioritization, and problem‑solving skillsWorking knowledge of CMMS platforms and Microsoft Office toolsEPA 608 Universal Certification and OSHA 30Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experienceExtra Toppings — Desired ExperienceAs a Restaurant Maintenance Supervisor, we prefer you to have:Experience supporting large, geographically distributed restaurant portfoliosBackground in capital planning or equipment replacement initiativesData‑driven mindset with experience using metrics to guide decisionsComfort leading through change in fast‑paced operational environmentsStrong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical partnersWhere & How You’ll WorkThis role is field based, supporting restaurants across an assigned market or region. You’ll travel frequently to partner with Operations, provide onsite support, and maintain strong relationships with leaders and teams in the field. When not traveling, you’ll work from your home office, balancing independent work with virtual collaboration to support ongoing business needs. Success in this role requires fulltime availability, flexibility to adjust to evolving operational priorities, and the ability to travel regularly—including day trips, overnight travel, and extended market visits. While most travel will occur within your assigned market or region, some out of market support may be required based on business needs.Candidates must reside within the region they support and be able to travel throughout that area as needed.Our Flavor — Why WhataburgerWhataburger 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.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 apply1601 Main St Fultondale AL 35068-1643