Field Training Specialist - Dallas, TX

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!

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 Field Training Specialist, you play a vital role in shaping the performance, confidence, and future of our restaurant leaders. By partnering directly with Operations and cross‑functional teams, you ensure our training programs come to life in the field—driving consistency, capability, and results where it matters most. You Make a Difference by equipping teams with the skills and support they need to deliver exceptional experiences every day. You Serve with Heart by coaching leaders with intention, care, and a genuine commitment to their growth. You Win as One by collaborating across markets and functions to align training with operational realities. You Move Forward Boldly by identifying opportunities, adapting quickly, and championing continuous improvement in how we develop our people. Your work directly strengthens bench strength, accelerates readiness, and fuels long‑term success across your assigned markets.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Field Training Specialist, you will:

• Execute market‑level training strategies aligned to company priorities
• Conduct restaurant audits and observations to assess training effectiveness
• Deliver targeted, hands‑on training and coaching for restaurant leaders
• Lead training execution for New Restaurant Openings (NROs)
• Monitor and ensure compliance with required training programs
• Identify high‑potential talent and recommend development opportunities
• Partner with Operations and cross‑functional leaders on training needs
• Support in‑training programs and readiness decisions

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Field Training Specialist, you will receive:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
• Company Vehicle
• 5 weeks PTO
• 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 Field Training Specialist, you must have:

• Experience delivering training or coaching in a multi‑unit or operational environment
• Strong knowledge of restaurant or frontline operations
• Ability to assess performance and translate gaps into actionable training
• Proven communication and relationship‑building skills
• Comfort working independently in a fast‑paced, field‑based role
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within an assigned region
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company travel requirements

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Field Training Specialist, we prefer you to have:

• Experience supporting New Restaurant Openings or large‑scale initiatives
• Background in leadership development or talent identification
• Familiarity with compliance‑driven training (food safety, workplace safety, harassment prevention)
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional or regional leadership teams
• Ability to influence without authority and adapt to changing priorities

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is field‑based, supporting restaurants across an assigned market or region. You’ll travel frequently to partner with Operations, provide on‑site 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 full‑time 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.

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