Assistant Manager

Sonic | Texas; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Amazing team

Career progression

Job summary

Sonic Texas is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a fast-paced restaurant, energize the team, and uphold outstanding guest experiences while maintaining quality standards.

You will oversee operations, manage shifts, schedule staff, handle inventory and financial duties, and develop a high-performing team through hands-on leadership.

If you are energetic, customer-focused, and ready to roll up your sleeves, join us to drive guest satisfaction and franchise standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate passion for guest service and creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Proven ability to lead a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong operational experience and ability to manage shifts and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Customer service: Ensure exceptional guest experiences by providing high-quality service and products.
• Restaurant operations: Manage the shift, ensure tools and inventory for smooth operations, and oversee equipment.
• Team leadership: Recruit, train, cross-train, and develop a high-performing diverse team.
• Policy compliance: Ensure cleanliness, food safety, and adherence to brand/franchisee policies.
• Operational readiness: Schedule staff, forecast inventory, and manage cash and other financial duties.

Skills

Guest service excellence

Team leadership

Operations management

Customer engagement

Staff scheduling

Food safety standards

Tools

POS system

Inventory management

Job description

Hiring Immediately!

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Manager to lead our team. You will empower your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, oversee restaurant operations, manage financial responsibilities, and develop a high-performing team. As a passionate leader with a 'Can Do' attitude, you will lead by example, provide excellent customer service, and maintain quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrate a passion for guest service and creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Pride yourself on building relationships with guests and your team.
• Have strong operational experience.
• Enjoy leading a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
• Are able to engage others and develop high performance within your team.
• Are committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Have a cheerful outlook and an outstanding work ethic.

In This Role You Will…

Customer Service:

• Ensure exceptional guest experiences by providing high-quality service and products.
• Answer questions about the menu and provide recommendations.
• Address guest service complaints promptly and professionally, turning negative situations into positive ones.
• Enjoy making your guests’ day!

Restaurant Operations:

• Manage the shift by ensuring your team has all the tools they need to succeed.
• Ensure the restaurant meets critical standards of quality, service, and cleanliness.
• Effectively schedule staff, forecast and order inventory needs, and maintain restaurant equipment to ensure smooth operations.
• Support the restaurant's sales goals and manage inventory, cash, and other financial responsibilities as directed by the General Manager
• Ensure compliance with all restaurant, brand, and franchisee policies.
• Demonstrate a readiness to assist the team during busy periods or as needed, showing a willingness to roll up your sleeves and help out with service, food preparation, and other day-to-day operations.

Team Leadership:

• Participate in the recruitment and training of a diverse team to achieve and maintain high standards of operation.
• Support team member development through cross-training and delegating tasks effectively.
• Promote a respectful team culture, managing members with open communication and understanding.
• Foster a lively and fun atmosphere while motivating team members to achieve restaurant goals.
• Work with integrity, honesty, and accountability in all situations.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Amazing team
• Career Progression
• And many more.....