Product Development Manager

Whataburger Menu Development Manager

This position oversees the development of the Whataburger menu from innovation to execution. Collaborates closely with suppliers in effort to develop products that adhere to the Whataburger standards. Oversees the recipe master, ideal food cost recipe master, cooking procedures and nutritionals. This position also manages internal and external product ideations and facilitates a number of product approval meetings with senior leadership and ensures successful execution.

Total Rewards :

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
• Performance for Pay Program Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1
• Flex Weeks - Remote Work Arrangement
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave Subject to Eligibility Requirements
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
• Whataburger Family Foundation (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

Responsibilities :

Manages the product development process including :

Manages product development projects and ensures adherence to the deliverables and timelines.

Manages the development of Limited Time Offers (LTO's). Presents recommendations and ideas to Senior Leadership Team

Oversees internal product presentations for various committees and meetings (Pre-SAS and SAS) including the coordination of kitchen operations for FBM meetings and Product Approval Process.

Manages the nutritionals for all restaurant and retail products including artwork, labeling, website, mobile application, and calorie postings.

Manages supplier ideation sessions including :

Updates and maintains recipe master for Ideal Food Cost.

Consults with Brand Marketing and agencies on television commercial shoots and POP still photos.

Prepares various monthly, quarterly and annual reports for Whataburger leadership.

Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned

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