Drive-In General Manager: Lead Operations & Team

guernseysonic; LaFayette (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in LaFayette, GA is seeking a General Manager to lead operations and drive guest experience. You will recruit, train, and supervise staff, manage costs, and ensure safety and quality standards.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years of restaurant management (QSR preferred), strong leadership and communication skills, and ability to work long hours including nights and weekends. Overseeing opening/closing, vendor performance, and compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least three years of restaurant management experience, preferably QSR.
• Knowledge of labor, employment, health and safety laws/regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, lead, schedule, and manage staff.
• Manage food, labor, paper, and inventory to maximize efficiency and cost-control.
• Oversee drive-in operations to deliver a top guest experience and ensure safety.
• Lead regular team meetings and maintain drive-in records/reports.
• Perform station duties and sanitation tasks as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business / restaurant management

Tools

Basic computer skills

Accounting basics

Reading skills

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in LaFayette, GA is seeking a General Manager to lead operations and drive guest experience. You will recruit, train, and supervise staff, manage costs, and ensure safety and quality standards.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years of restaurant management (QSR preferred), strong leadership and communication skills, and ability to work long hours including nights and weekends. Overseeing opening/closing, vendor performance, and compliance is essential.