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Sonic Drive-In

General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $41,100.00 - $61,400.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Uniform allowance

Job Description

Sonic Drive-In is a renowned American fast-food restaurant chain famous for its unique drive-in service model, retro-inspired ambiance, and an extensive menu offering classic American fast-food items like burgers, hot dogs, and shakes. As a leader in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, Sonic emphasizes quality, speed, and customer satisfaction, catering to millions of customers annually. The company prides itself on treating its employees as valued partners, providing a work environment where teamwork, leadership, and operational excellence are paramount. Sonic operates hundreds of franchises across the United States, contributing significantly to the fast-food landscape by blending nostalgic charm with modern convenience.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least three years of restaurant management experience
  • Experience running a restaurant shift without supervision
  • Experience recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and managing employees
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety laws and regulations
  • Basic computer, math, accounting, and reading skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multi-tasking abilities
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Leadership qualities
  • Time-management skills
  • Conflict-resolution skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred advanced studies in business, restaurant management, or related fields
  • At least three years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred)
  • Experience running a restaurant shift without supervision
  • Experience recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and managing employees
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws (e.g., wage and hour laws
  • EEO laws)
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local health and safety laws and regulations
  • Basic computer, math, accounting, and reading skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving, multi-tasking, decision-making, leadership, time-management, and conflict-resolution skills

Job Duties

  • Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, train, manage, direct, coach, lead, schedule, assign, discipline, and terminate the drive-in's assistant managers and employees
  • Manage drive-in employees' compensation levels pursuant to company guidelines
  • Supervise, lead, and manage all aspects of drive-in operations to provide an optimal guest experience
  • Manage opening and/or closing duties
  • Handle and properly escalate guest issues/concerns
  • Handle and properly escalate employee issues/concerns
  • Manage, plan, forecast, and adjust the drive-in's food, labor, paper, and inventory to maximize cost-control, operational efficiency, quality standards, and customer service
  • Lead regular team meetings to ensure employees are focused on operational standards and guest service
  • Manage and maintain all drive-in recordkeeping
  • Prepare and maintain all necessary operational reports
  • Develop, implement, and manage action plans regarding local marketing and business performance
  • Ensure proper maintenance of drive-in and equipment
  • Supervise and manage vendor performance
  • Comply with and enforce all company policies, procedures, and operational standards
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
  • Manage regular cleaning and sanitation duties pursuant to operational standards
  • Regular attendance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location