Drive-In General Manager: Lead High-Energy Operations

Sonic Drive-In; New Iberia (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead the drive-in’s operations and staff, ensuring an exceptional guest experience while maintaining compliance with all policies and laws. The role requires coaching, scheduling, and performance management across the team.

Applicants should have 3+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in quick-serve settings, and a high school diploma or equivalent. The position emphasizes leadership, cost control, and delivering consistent service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least three years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Experience recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and managing employees.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage assistant managers and employees.
• Supervise drive-in operations to ensure guest experience.
• Plan, forecast and control food, labor, inventory to maximize cost-control and efficiency.
• Lead regular team meetings to ensure standards and guest service.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff management

Scheduling

Coaching

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business/restaurant management

Job description

Sonic Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead the drive-in’s operations and staff, ensuring an exceptional guest experience while maintaining compliance with all policies and laws. The role requires coaching, scheduling, and performance management across the team.

Applicants should have 3+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in quick-serve settings, and a high school diploma or equivalent. The position emphasizes leadership, cost control, and delivering consistent service.