Drive-Thru General Manager & Operating Partner

Sonic Drive-In; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In in Georgia is hiring a General Manager/Operating Partner to lead daily drive-in operations and a team of managers and staff. This role is responsible for guest satisfaction, staffing, and financial controls within company guidelines.

The position requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, plus experience managing a QSR environment. Expect long hours, weekends, and holidays as needed to run the operation effectively.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: At least three years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Skills: Leadership, communication, problem solving, multi-tasking, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and lead the drive-in’s managers and staff.
• Manage compensation levels per company guidelines.
• Oversee all drive-in operations to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Handle opening and closing duties.
• Resolve guest issues and employee concerns.
• Forecast and control labor, food, and inventory costs.
• Lead regular team meetings and ensure adherence to standards.
• Maintain records and prepare operational reports.
• Develop and manage local marketing and business performance plans.
• Ensure maintenance of drive-in and equipment; supervise vendors.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies; maintain sanitation and cleanliness.
• Attend to duties on a regular schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Excel

Job description

Sonic Drive-In in Georgia is hiring a General Manager/Operating Partner to lead daily drive-in operations and a team of managers and staff. This role is responsible for guest satisfaction, staffing, and financial controls within company guidelines.

The position requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, plus experience managing a QSR environment. Expect long hours, weekends, and holidays as needed to run the operation effectively.