Drive-In General Manager — Lead Team & Guest Experience

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

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Texas is seeking a General Manager to lead daily operations, train and supervise crew, and ensure fast, friendly service with strict safety and cleanliness standards.

You will oversee staffing, scheduling, inventory, payroll records, and financial performance, while developing a marketing plan to grow sales and guest satisfaction in a high-volume drive-in environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced studies preferred.
• Able to work a minimum 5 days per week including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws as well as local health and sanitation laws and regulations.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic accounting and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train, monitor and coach crew and management staff.
• Directs staffing decisions, opening/closing duties and payroll records.
• Prepare schedules and monitor inventory; place orders within cost controls.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan to drive sales.
• Interview and hire staff to achieve proper staffing levels.
• Ensure customer service excellence and resolve guest concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Problem solving

Basic accounting

Computer skills

Hiring & interviewing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business or restaurant management

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Texas is seeking a General Manager to lead daily operations, train and supervise crew, and ensure fast, friendly service with strict safety and cleanliness standards.

You will oversee staffing, scheduling, inventory, payroll records, and financial performance, while developing a marketing plan to grow sales and guest satisfaction in a high-volume drive-in environment.