Drive-In General Manager: Lead Ops & Guest Experience

Sonic Drive-In; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Clovis, NM is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations and drive a superior guest experience. You will train crew, supervise shifts, and ensure food safety, service quality, and profitability.

Manage schedules, staffing levels, inventory, and payroll records with attention to policy adherence. The role requires 2+ years in restaurant management, a high school diploma, and flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; advanced studies preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Ability to work 5 days with irregular hours, nights, weekends, holidays.
• Knowledge of hiring practices, labor laws, and sanitation regulations.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach and supervise crew, carhops and staff.
• Direct and assign staff to meet service standards.
• Prepare work schedules and staffing adjustments.
• Monitor inventory and place orders within cost controls.
• Maintain employment records and payroll compliance.
• Develop action plans to address sales or financial trends.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication skills

Recruiting

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Basic accounting

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business or restaurant management

Tools

Payroll systems

Inventory software

Scheduling software

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Clovis, NM is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations and drive a superior guest experience. You will train crew, supervise shifts, and ensure food safety, service quality, and profitability.

Manage schedules, staffing levels, inventory, and payroll records with attention to policy adherence. The role requires 2+ years in restaurant management, a high school diploma, and flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.