Facilities Services Senior Director
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Management
Operations Management
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.
Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do
- Lead facilities services operations across multiple markets.
- Develop strategies that improve asset reliability and restaurant readiness.
- Create operational and financial plans that support business objectives.
- Analyze performance, workforce, and financial trends to identify opportunities and risks.
- Partner with Finance on budgets, forecasts, and business cases.
- Lead enterprise maintenance programs, standards, and service models.
- Develop asset management and lifecycle strategies.
- Optimize staffing, vendor, and service delivery models.
- Lead and develop multiple levels of leadership.
- Build succession plans and strengthen organizational capability.
- Influence cross‑functional business decisions and priorities.
- Champion continuous improvement, standardization, and service excellence.
- Ensure compliance with safety, governance, and financial control standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Relocation package provided
- Bonus Program
- 5 weeks of PTO
- Starting on Day One
- 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 also eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Cell Phone Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- 12+ years of experience in facilities services, maintenance operations, or related fields.
- Experience leading multi‑site operations and maintenance organizations.
- Experience developing and executing operational and financial strategies.
- Expertise in facilities services, asset management, and lifecycle planning.
- Experience managing large budgets, forecasts, and business cases.
- Experience leading leaders and developing high‑performing teams.
- Strong financial, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to influence decisions across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Ability to adapt to and learn the technology platforms, systems, applications, and equipment used in the role.
- Experience supporting large‑scale restaurant, retail, hospitality, or multi‑unit operations.
- Experience leading enterprise maintenance or facilities services programs.
- Expertise in vendor strategy, contract management, and service delivery optimization.
- Experience with capital planning and asset investment strategies.
- Experience driving organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience using operational and financial metrics to drive business performance.
- Experience building cross‑functional partnerships with senior leaders.
- Experience developing long‑term workforce and succession strategies.
This role is based at the San Antonio Home…
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