General Manager & Operating Partner - Multi-Unit Leadership

Sonic Corp.; Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Corp. is seeking a General Manager/Operating Partner in Vidalia, GA to lead the drive-in’s daily operations and its team. This exempt role oversees guest experience, staffing, training, cost control, and compliance with company standards and laws.

You will manage opening/closing, vendor relations, local marketing efforts, and performance reporting while ensuring a safe, clean, high-quality operation with consistent profitability and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: bachelor's degree in business, hospitality management, or related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of restaurant management experience, QSR preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills: strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and knowledge of labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, train, manage, direct, coach, lead, schedule, assign, discipline, and terminate the drive-in’s staff
• Manage staff compensation levels per company guidelines
• Supervise, lead, and manage all aspects of drive-in operations to provide an optimal guest experience
• Manage opening and/or closing duties
• Handle and properly address guest issues/concerns
• Handle and properly address employee issues/concerns
• Forecast and adjust the drive-in’s food, labor, paper, and inventory to maximize cost-control and efficiency
• Lead regular team meetings to ensure adherence to standards and guest service
• Maintain drive-in recordkeeping and prepare operational reports
• Develop and manage local marketing and business performance action plans
• Ensure proper maintenance of drive-in and equipment
• Supervise and manage vendor performance
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Maintain regular cleaning and sanitation duties; ensure attendance

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Restaurant software

Job description

Sonic Corp. is seeking a General Manager/Operating Partner in Vidalia, GA to lead the drive-in’s daily operations and its team. This exempt role oversees guest experience, staffing, training, cost control, and compliance with company standards and laws.

You will manage opening/closing, vendor relations, local marketing efforts, and performance reporting while ensuring a safe, clean, high-quality operation with consistent profitability and guest satisfaction.