Assistant Manager

Sonic Drive-In; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily operations and ensure a quality experience for every guest. The role involves leading and developing a team, maintaining safety standards, and fostering a positive work atmosphere. If you have leadership skills and a passion for service, join us to deliver an exceptional experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• High standards for self and the team.
• Eagerness to learn and grow both personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the General Manager in daily restaurant operations.
• Hiring, training, and developing team members.
• Managing food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Positive attitude

Resiliency

Team development

Task prioritization

Job description

The Job:
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations
of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient manner so that guests will have an enjoyable experience at
the SONIC Drive-In. Responsibilities include:
• Hiring, training, supervising, managing, directing, and developing Great People ready to serve a SuperSONIC
experience to every guest.
• Making every guest a repeat customer by ensuring the guest leaves the lot satisfied every time
• Helping employees understand the big picture and their role by sharing the “why” behind tasks
• Celebrating team successes and coaching for better performance
• Setting clear expectations and providing continuous feedback throughout shift
• Creating an upbeat positive atmosphere during the shift that makes work fun
• Managing the majors: food and paper, labor, and guest service
• Maintaining and enforcing SONIC safety and sanitation standards
• Relentlessly complying with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
What You’ll Need:
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• High standards for self and the team
• Positive attitude, especially during rushes or stressful situations
• Resiliency – trying different approaches to solve a problem; working to get better every day
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally and personally
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks accordingly
• Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays
The Fine Print:
As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In franchise organizations will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Each franchise organization is an independent employer and thus responsible for making its own employment-related decisions. Nothing in
these materials should be construed as the franchisor being involved in or having control over a franchise employee's essential terms and conditions of employment.