General Manager - Drive-In Leadership & Growth

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

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Garland, TX is seeking a driven General Manager to lead our drive-in team to deliver great guest experiences. You will train and supervise Crew/Team Members, Carhops and Skating Carhops, schedule staff, manage inventory, and oversee operations to ensure safety and quality.

You'll develop marketing plans, monitor financial trends, and hire and coach staff to maintain Sonic's great service standards while upholding company policies and local regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred higher studies).
• Minimum 2 years restaurant management experience.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays.
• Knowledge of labor laws and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coaches crew, carhops and skaters to meet standards.
• Plans schedules and staffing levels to control costs.
• Ensures cleanliness, safety, and food quality.
• Develops and implements marketing plans.
• Prepares operational reports and analyzes sales trends.
• Interviews and hires restaurant staff.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Staff development

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling software

Payroll software

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Garland, TX is seeking a driven General Manager to lead our drive-in team to deliver great guest experiences. You will train and supervise Crew/Team Members, Carhops and Skating Carhops, schedule staff, manage inventory, and oversee operations to ensure safety and quality.

You'll develop marketing plans, monitor financial trends, and hire and coach staff to maintain Sonic's great service standards while upholding company policies and local regulations.