General Manager: Lead Operations & Team Growth

Sonic-Drive--in; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In in Kansas seeks a General Manager to lead the team, oversee daily operations, and drive guest satisfaction. You will train crew and manage shifts, schedules, inventory and payroll records while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes recruitment, supervisory leadership, and implementing action plans to improve sales trends and customer experience, with a focus on consistent service and brand compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws and health/sanitation rules.
• Ability to recruit, interview and select staff, plus training skills.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manages, trains, monitors and coaches crew, carhops and staff.
• Directs and assigns employees to meet service standards.
• Schedules staff and manages inventory within cost controls.
• Prepares operational reports and improves financial trends.
• Develops and implements a marketing plan.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business/restaurant management

Tools

Basic accounting

Computer skills

Job description

SONIC Drive-In in Kansas seeks a General Manager to lead the team, oversee daily operations, and drive guest satisfaction. You will train crew and manage shifts, schedules, inventory and payroll records while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes recruitment, supervisory leadership, and implementing action plans to improve sales trends and customer experience, with a focus on consistent service and brand compliance.