Drive-In General Manager: Lead People & Service

Sonic-Drive--in; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In is seeking a General Manager in Texas to lead a drive-in restaurant, train and supervise crew and management, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will oversee opening/closing, scheduling, inventory, payroll records, and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role emphasizes timely decision-making, cost control, and implementing marketing plans to drive sales and guest satisfaction. Requires strong leadership and hospitality focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; business studies preferred.
• Minimum two years restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Ability to work five days with rotating shifts including nights/weekends/holidays.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices.
• Familiarity with federal/state labor laws and local health/sanitation rules.
• Strong leadership and verbal/written communication skills.
• Basic accounting and computer skills required.
• Ability to multitask and solve problems; maintain professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train, monitor, and coach crew, carhops, and skating carhops.
• Direct and assign staff to meet operational standards across all services.
• Open and close restaurant; prepare staff schedules and adjust staffing as needed.
• Monitor inventory; place orders within cost-control procedures.
• Maintain payroll and employment records; ensure compliance with policies.
• Interview and hire staff to achieve proper staffing levels.
• Prepare operational reports; develop action plans for unfavorable trends.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Staff scheduling

Communication skills

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Payroll records

Office software

Job description

SONIC Drive-In is seeking a General Manager in Texas to lead a drive-in restaurant, train and supervise crew and management, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will oversee opening/closing, scheduling, inventory, payroll records, and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role emphasizes timely decision-making, cost control, and implementing marketing plans to drive sales and guest satisfaction. Requires strong leadership and hospitality focus.