Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.75 - $21.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Flexible Hours
competitive pay
Employee Discounts
team environment
uniform provided
Training and Development
Opportunity for advancement

Job Description

SONIC Drive-In is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain known for its unique drive-in dining experience offering a variety of classic American menu items. Established as a vibrant and friendly dining destination, SONIC combines nostalgia with a modern, efficient service model. The restaurants pride themselves on their retro theme, exceptional customer service, and a menu centered on quality fast-food staples like burgers, fries, hot dogs, and shakes. With locations across the United States, SONIC Drive-In provides a dynamic work environment characterized by teamwork, energy, and a commitment to guest satisfaction.

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant cook, you will play a critical role in overseeing the Appetite Satisfaction Department by managing the Food Production, Grill, and Fryer stations, among other responsibilities. This position is crafted for individuals who enjoy a blend of fun in a fast-paced, responsibility-driven environment. The cook role is essential in ensuring that every food order meets stringent quality standards and is prepared promptly and efficiently. Apart from preparing orders, you will also be responsible for portioning, dressing, packaging menu items, and maintaining cleanliness in the food preparation and service areas.

This position offers flexible hours to accommodate various schedules, making it ideal for students, part-time workers, or anyone seeking a versatile job. The role includes wearing a distinctive uniform that reflects the brand’s classic theme, contributing not only to personal pride but also to creating a memorable guest experience. The SONIC Drive-In cook is expected to be adaptable, reliable, and fully committed to the restaurant’s appearance, hygiene, and safety standards. Working here means being part of a team-oriented culture that values communication, respect, and the shared goal of delivering outstanding service with a smile.

In this role, you will gain valuable experience in the restaurant industry, working with food preparation techniques, operating kitchen equipment like grills and fryers, and mastering the art of food quality control. You will also develop essential skills such as multi-tasking, effective communication, and teamwork in a lively and supportive setting. SONIC fosters a fun and engaging workplace where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to the company’s success. If you enjoy working in an environment where fun and responsibility go hand in hand, and if you want to be part of a brand that so many customers love, then the SONIC Drive-In Cook position is an excellent opportunity to consider.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to be flexible in all situations based on business need
  • Effective communication skills
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC Drive-In restaurants
  • General knowledge and understanding of the restaurant industry or retail operations preferred but not required

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing quality products for our guests
  • A willingness to cross-train on all the stations
  • Motivated individuals who are team players and committed to keeping our drive-in clean and safe
  • Effective communication skills
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Ability to follow directions

Job Duties

  • Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards
  • Food preparation and portioning
  • Cooking on the grill
  • Operating the fry station
  • Dressing items to order
  • Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency
  • Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes, wiping counter-tops and sanitizing food areas

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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