Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.50 - $19.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Great pay
Flexible Hours
cool uniform
camaraderie of fantastic co-workers

Job Description

SONIC Drive-In is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain known for its unique drive-in service model, offering customers a nostalgic yet modern dining experience. With a longstanding reputation for classic American menu items like burgers, hot dogs, and shakes, SONIC Drive-In combines fun and quality in a vibrant atmosphere. The brand is recognized for its friendly service, retro vibe, and commitment to customer satisfaction, making it a popular choice among diverse customers across multiple locations in the United States.

Joining SONIC Drive-In as a restaurant Cook means becoming part of a dynamic team that values both enjoyment and responsibility in the workplace. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering excellent food quality while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. As a Cook, you will oversee key operational areas such as food production, grilling, frying, and food preparation. Your responsibilities will cover ensuring that every menu item is prepared and presented according to SONIC’s quality standards, emphasizing consistency and customer satisfaction.

This position offers great pay, flexible working hours, and the chance to be part of a friendly work culture with supportive coworkers. The role requires a commitment to following restaurant policies and procedures, upholding hygiene and uniform standards, and working during irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. The work environment is engaging and varied; you'll have the opportunity to cross-train on multiple stations, keeping the job interesting and allowing you to develop a broad range of skills within the restaurant industry.

The ideal SONIC Drive-In Cook is friendly, motivated, and a team player who enjoys interacting with guests and contributing to a clean and welcoming drive-in experience. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking entry-level positions within the food service sector, as well as for individuals aiming to build a career in hospitality and fast food operations. SONIC prides itself on offering employment that balances professionalism with a fun, spirited atmosphere, and the cook role embodies this unique blend.

SONIC and its franchise owners value equal opportunity employment and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you’re looking for a position that combines fundamental cooking skills with great teamwork and customer service in a retro-modern setting, the SONIC Drive-In Cook role could be the perfect fit. Apply today and become part of a team where fun, responsibility, and quality food come together to create an exceptional dining experience for all guests.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to be flexible in all situations based on business need
  • 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 the drive-in clean and safe
  • Effective communication skills
  • Basic math and reading skills

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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