Drive-In Restaurant GM: Lead Operations & Guest Experience

Sonic Drive-In; Luling (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In seeks a General Manager to lead the drive-in's operations and employees, delivering a high‑quality guest experience. This role oversees hiring, training, scheduling, budgeting, and compliance with company policies. Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

The GM will manage opening/closing duties, staff performance, and vendor relations while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: restaurant management experience, preferably in fast‑service.
• Knowledge/skills: leadership, communication, problem-solving, time management and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, train and coach staff.
• Manage compensation per company guidelines.
• Oversee all drive-in operations to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate opening/closing duties.
• Resolve guest and employee issues.
• Forecast and control labor, food, and inventory costs.
• Lead team meetings and maintain records and reports.
• Develop and manage local marketing and business performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Staff supervision

Guest experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business / restaurant management

Job description

Sonic Drive-In seeks a General Manager to lead the drive-in's operations and employees, delivering a high‑quality guest experience. This role oversees hiring, training, scheduling, budgeting, and compliance with company policies. Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

The GM will manage opening/closing duties, staff performance, and vendor relations while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met.