Drive-Thru Restaurant General Manager

Sonic Drive-In; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In in Jackson, AL seeks a General Manager to lead daily operations and train staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience. This is the top operations role, responsible for staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring food safety standards.

You will recruit and develop team members, manage opening/closing, handle guest and employee concerns, and drive local marketing. Expect 50+ hour weeks, irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays, with focus on cost control and high

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Preferred advanced studies in business or restaurant management.
• Restaurant management experience, especially in QSR, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach assistant managers and employees to achieve guest service standards.
• Manage labor, food, inventory, and costs to optimize operations.
• Handle opening/closing duties and vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Develop local marketing and business plans.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business or restaurant management

Job description

Sonic Drive-In in Jackson, AL seeks a General Manager to lead daily operations and train staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience. This is the top operations role, responsible for staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring food safety standards.

You will recruit and develop team members, manage opening/closing, handle guest and employee concerns, and drive local marketing. Expect 50+ hour weeks, irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays, with focus on cost control and high