Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $40,300.00 - $60,300.00
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Benefits

competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
uniform provided

Job Description

Sonic Drive-In is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain recognized for its unique drive-in dining experience and commitment to delivering high-quality, delicious meals to customers across the United States. As a member of the Sonic family, you become more than an employee; you become a partner in a company that prides itself on providing excellent food service with a fun and engaging atmosphere. Sonic is known not only for its classic menu items but also for the excellent customer interactions that create memorable visits for every guest. The company emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and a supportive work environment that encourages personal growth and job satisfaction. Joining Sonic means being part of a dynamic team focused on excellence in food service, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

The General Manager at Sonic Drive-In holds the highest management position within the restaurant and is pivotal to ensuring smooth daily operations. This leadership role involves managing and supervising every aspect of the drive-in to deliver an outstanding guest experience while adhering to quality, safety, and operational standards. As a General Manager, you will lead your team by recruiting, training, and motivating employees to perform at their best. You will also handle scheduling, compensation management, and disciplinary actions as necessary, ensuring a productive and positive team environment. This role requires a hands-on approach, with responsibilities that include managing inventory, monitoring financial performance, and complying with all company policies and local regulations.

In addition to operational management, the General Manager is instrumental in fostering a culture of excellence through regular team meetings and continuous training programs. You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant environment, overseeing vendor relationships, and driving local marketing initiatives to enhance the drive-in’s business performance. The position demands a flexible schedule, often requiring work during nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure the drive-in meets its customer service goals. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills are essential to succeed in this fast-paced, customer-focused role.

At Sonic, the role is not just about managing but also about leading with enthusiasm and a passion for creating a positive experience for both employees and customers. The General Manager is a key player in building a team-oriented, efficient, and enjoyable workplace that reflects Sonic’s brand values. This career opportunity offers not only a competitive salary but also the chance to grow professionally within a supportive, well-established company that values its partners and fosters long-term success.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred advanced studies in business, restaurant management, or related fields
  • Minimum three years of restaurant management experience
  • Experience running a restaurant shift independently
  • Experience recruiting and managing employees
  • Knowledge of labor and employment laws
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Basic computer and math skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Leadership and problem-solving abilities

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Advanced studies in business, restaurant management, or related fields preferred
  • 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
  • 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

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