Drive-In General Manager & People Leader

SONIC - D.L. Rogers Corp.; Joplin (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In General Manager position managing daily restaurant operations in Joplin, AR. You will recruit, train, and supervise staff, ensuring a high‑quality guest experience while controlling P&L and maintaining stringent safety standards.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential, along with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. This role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in restaurant management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; business/restaurant management studies preferred.
• Minimum 2 years restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Must work a minimum 5 days per week with irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices.
• Knowledge of federal/state labor laws and local health/sanitation laws.
• Leadership and supervisory skills; strong verbal/written communication.
• Basic accounting and computer skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work autonomously; multitask and solve problems.
• Problem solving, decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
• Willingness to abide by SONIC appearance, uniform and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, manage, supervise, and develop staff to deliver a SuperSONIC experience.
• Lead with a fair, firm, fun approach and lead by example.
• Manage a profit and loss statement to exceed weekly/monthly/yearly goals.
• Resolve employee concerns with a thoughtful approach.
• Celebrate team successes and coach for improvement.
• Set expectations and provide clear, ongoing feedback.
• Create an upbeat atmosphere during shifts.
• Explain the big picture and the why behind tasks.
• Use metrics to evaluate performance and drive improvements.
• Engage with the community and grow sales.
• Maintain SONIC safety and sanitation standards.
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Accounting basics

Computer skills

Recruiting knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

SONIC Drive-In General Manager position managing daily restaurant operations in Joplin, AR. You will recruit, train, and supervise staff, ensuring a high‑quality guest experience while controlling P&L and maintaining stringent safety standards.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential, along with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. This role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in restaurant management.