General Manager: Drive-In Leadership & Guest Experience

Sonic Drive-In; Mississippi; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead a drive-in restaurant team, ensuring top-notch customer service, food safety, and operational efficiency. You will train and coach crew, supervise shifts, and manage staffing, inventories, and financial performance.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Join a brand known for its groovy culture and guest-focused service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced studies in business or restaurant management preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Experience running shifts without supervision and knowledge of labor laws and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Manages, trains, monitors and coaches crew and management team members.
• Directs and assigns staff to meet operational standards across food service.
• Prepares work schedules and monitors staffing levels.
• Monitors inventory and places orders within cost controls.
• Executes opening/closing duties and prepares operational reports.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Business/restaurant mgmt coursework

Tools

Payroll knowledge

Inventory management

Job description

Sonic Drive-In is seeking a General Manager to lead a drive-in restaurant team, ensuring top-notch customer service, food safety, and operational efficiency. You will train and coach crew, supervise shifts, and manage staffing, inventories, and financial performance.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Join a brand known for its groovy culture and guest-focused service.