Drive-In General Manager: Lead Teams & Delight Guests

Sonic Drive-In; Acton (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead a drive-in team, ensuring fast, safe and high-quality service. You will train crew and manage scheduling, inventory and payroll records while upholding policies and delivering strong guest experiences.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem solving, and the ability to drive sales through planning and marketing initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced studies preferred.
• Minimum of two years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Must work a minimum 5 day week with rotating closing shifts, nights, weekends.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices.
• Knowledge of federal/state labor laws and local health regulations.
• Leadership and supervisory skills; strong verbal and written communication.
• Basic accounting and computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems independently.
• Willingness to adhere to SONIC appearance and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manages, trains, monitors and coaches crew, carhops and skating carhops.
• Directs and assigns staff to meet operational standards.
• Ensures compliance with employee handbooks, policies and practices.
• Performs opening and/or closing duties as needed.
• Prepares schedules; adjusts staffing levels accordingly.
• Monitors inventory; places orders within cost controls.
• Maintains employee payroll records and related documents.
• Fosters customer service focus and addresses guest requests promptly.
• Interviews and hires staff to maintain proper staffing levels.
• Prepares operational reports and action plans for sales/financial trends.
• Develops and implements marketing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Autonomy

Accounting basics

Computer skills

Recruiting knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business or restaurant management

Job description

SONIC Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead a drive-in team, ensuring fast, safe and high-quality service. You will train crew and manage scheduling, inventory and payroll records while upholding policies and delivering strong guest experiences.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem solving, and the ability to drive sales through planning and marketing initiatives in a fast-paced environment.