General Manager: Lead a High-Energy Drive-In Team

Sonic-Drive--in; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Arlington, TX is seeking a General Manager to lead a fast-paced restaurant team. You will train and coach crew, carhops and shift supervisors, manage staffing, food quality, safety, and customer service to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

You will develop schedules, monitor inventory and costs, and implement local marketing plans while ensuring compliance with labor and health regulations. Strong leadership and hands-on problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced studies in business or restaurant management preferred.
• At least 2 years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Ability to work a minimum 5-day week with irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices.
• Knowledge of federal/state labor laws and health regulations.
• Strong leadership, supervisory and communication skills.
• Basic accounting and computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems; autonomous when directions are given.
• Willingness to follow appearance and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach and supervise crew, carhops and shift supervisors.
• Direct staffing and scheduling to meet service standards.
• Monitor inventory and place orders within cost controls.
• Prepare operational reports and action plans for sales trends.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Multi-tasking

Training

Recruiting

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Business or restaurant management education

Tools

POS systems

Accounting basics

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Arlington, TX is seeking a General Manager to lead a fast-paced restaurant team. You will train and coach crew, carhops and shift supervisors, manage staffing, food quality, safety, and customer service to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

You will develop schedules, monitor inventory and costs, and implement local marketing plans while ensuring compliance with labor and health regulations. Strong leadership and hands-on problem solving are essential.