Drive-In Assistant Manager: Lead Team & Guest Experience

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Meridian, Mississippi is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in daily drive-in operations, training and coaching team members, and ensuring a clean, safe, high‑quality guest experience.

You will supervise shifts, monitor inventory and labor, complete administrative duties, and lead by example to deliver friendly service, resolve guest concerns, and maintain adherence to policies and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership ability and experience training and guiding staff.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience managing shifts, inventory, and adherence to policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach team members, Carhops and Skating Carhops.
• Direct and assign duties to ensure food service meets standards.
• Monitor staffing, inventory, and food cost; adjust as needed.
• Perform opening and/or closing duties and administrative tasks.
• Ensure guests have a clean, safe and enjoyable experience; address concerns promptly.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Customer service

Operations management

Staff scheduling

Inventory control

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Meridian, Mississippi is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in daily drive-in operations, training and coaching team members, and ensuring a clean, safe, high‑quality guest experience.

You will supervise shifts, monitor inventory and labor, complete administrative duties, and lead by example to deliver friendly service, resolve guest concerns, and maintain adherence to policies and brand standards.