Co-Manager — Lead Drive-In Team & Operations

Sonic-Drive--in; Cabot (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In is looking for a Co-Manager in Cabot, Arkansas to assist the General Manager in daily drive-in operations, training staff, and ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient dining experience. You will oversee team members, scheduling, and policy adherence.

The role emphasizes guest service, quick thinking, and the ability to work irregular hours including nights and weekends. Restaurant management experience is preferred, and you will help drive sales while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or two years of entry-level retail management experience.
• Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
• General knowledge of the restaurant industry or retail operations.
• Effective communication skills; basic math, reading and computer skills.
• Ability to multitask and work autonomously with directions.
• Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC.
• Offer of employment contingent upon a background check.

Responsibilities

• Manages, trains, monitors and coaches Team/Crew 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 restaurant employee handbook, policies and practices
• Performs restaurant opening and/or closing duties
• Monitors and makes appropriate adjustments to staffing levels, inventory levels and food cost control
• Completes weekly inventory as needed
• Assists in administrative duties including maintaining files, records and all required documentation
• Reinforces a customer service mentality and ensures all employees are focused on serving the customer at all times.
• Immediately and respectfully responds to guest requests. Reports guest complaints to immediate supervisor and assists in resolving such complaints.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Training

Autonomy

Tools

POS system

Basic computer skills

Job description

SONIC Drive-In is looking for a Co-Manager in Cabot, Arkansas to assist the General Manager in daily drive-in operations, training staff, and ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient dining experience. You will oversee team members, scheduling, and policy adherence.

The role emphasizes guest service, quick thinking, and the ability to work irregular hours including nights and weekends. Restaurant management experience is preferred, and you will help drive sales while maintaining quality.