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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 $49,200.00 - $73,600.00
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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
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

SONIC Drive-In is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain known for its unique drive-in dining experience and a wide variety of classic American fare. Established as a leader in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, SONIC offers a fun and engaging workplace environment where employees and customers alike enjoy a memorable dining experience featuring quality food, friendly service, and a nostalgic yet modern atmosphere. The company pioneers a carhop service model that emphasizes excellent customer interaction and operational efficiency, setting it apart from traditional fast-food competitors.

As a SONIC Drive-In General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the re... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of two years of restaurant management experience
  • availability to work a minimum 5 day workweek with 4 closing shifts including irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
  • knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices
  • knowledge of federal and state labor laws and local health and sanitation regulations
  • leadership and supervisory skills
  • effective verbal and written communication skills
  • basic accounting and computer skills
  • ability to follow directions and work autonomously
  • problem solving, decision-making and conflict-resolution skills
  • willingness to abide by appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • advanced studies in business, restaurant management or related fields preferred
  • Minimum of two years of restaurant management experience, QSR preferred
  • Experience running shifts without supervision
  • Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices
  • Knowledge of federal and state labor laws and local health and sanitation regulations
  • Leadership and supervisory skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic accounting and computer skills
  • Ability to multi-task and successfully solve problems
  • Problem solving, decision-making and conflict-resolution skills

Job Duties

  • Manages, trains, monitors and coaches crew team members, carhops and skating carhops
  • Directs and assigns drive-in restaurant employees as needed to ensure all aspects of food service meet operational standards
  • Adheres to and monitors employee compliance of the drive-in employee handbook, policies and practices
  • Performs restaurant opening and/or closing duties
  • Prepares employee work schedules
  • monitors and makes appropriate adjustments to restaurant staffing levels
  • Monitors and maintains restaurant inventory levels
  • places orders for food, paper and other supplies within cost control procedures
  • Completes and maintains all drive-in restaurant employment related records and payroll records
  • Reinforces a customer service mentality and ensures all employees are focused on serving the customer at all times
  • Immediately and respectfully resolves guest requests
  • reports guest complaints to immediate supervisor and assists in resolving such complaints
  • Interview and hire restaurant crew and management team members to achieve proper staffing levels
  • Prepare all necessary operational reports
  • develop appropriate action plans to resolve unfavorable financial and/or sales trends
  • Develop and implement a marketing plan

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location