General Manager - Drive-Thru Leader & Team Builder

Sonic-Drive--in; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In in Villa Park, IL is seeking a General Manager who will lead Crew/Team members and Carhops, ensure safe food service, and deliver an exceptional guest experience. You’ll train staff, manage schedules, control costs, and implement a local marketing plan.

As a GM you will hire, develop and coach the restaurant team, monitor operations, and uphold brand standards. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced studies in business or restaurant management preferred.
• Minimum of two years restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Able to work a minimum 5 day week with 4 closing shifts (or 4 day week with holidays).
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws and local health and sanitation laws.
• Leadership and supervisory skills; strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manages, trains, monitors and coaches Crew/ Team members, Carhops and Skating Carhops.
• Directs and assigns drive-in restaurant employees to meet operational standards.
• Prepares employee work schedules and staffing levels.
• Maintains inventory levels and places orders within cost controls.
• Completes and maintains employment and payroll records.
• Develops and implements a marketing plan.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Recruiting

Accounting basics

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Labor compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Business/restaurant management studies preferred

Job description

Sonic Drive-In in Villa Park, IL is seeking a General Manager who will lead Crew/Team members and Carhops, ensure safe food service, and deliver an exceptional guest experience. You’ll train staff, manage schedules, control costs, and implement a local marketing plan.

As a GM you will hire, develop and coach the restaurant team, monitor operations, and uphold brand standards. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive performance.