Multi-Unit Area Director/District Supervisor

Workstream; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In is seeking an Area Director/District Supervisor to oversee daily operations across 5–10 SONIC Drive-In locations, build elite management teams, and drive profitability and guest satisfaction. You will train and support restaurant staff, ensure food is delivered safely and efficiently, and maintain a customer-first service culture while enforcing company policies and standards.

This role requires multi-unit QSR leadership with P&L experience and strong communication and hiring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience leading 5–10 unit operations in quick-service.
• Proven track record in driving sales and controlling costs.
• Strong communication and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 5–10 SONIC Drive-In locations, driving operational standards, sales, growth, and P&L efficiency.
• Coach, mentor, and train General Managers to build high-performing teams.
• Ensure fast, friendly service with strict food safety compliance.
• Optimize labor, inventory, and expenses to hit financial targets.
• Adhere to employee handbook, policies, and practices.
• Foster a customer-service mindset and staff accountability.
• Interview and hire to achieve proper staffing levels.
• Prepare operational reports and action plans to counter unfavorable trends.

Skills

Multi-unit management

P&L management

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Recruiting

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Business/Restaurant management studies preferred

Job description

Are you a high-energy multi-unit leader ready to drive operational excellence across multiple SONIC Drive-In locations? We are seeking an experienced Area Director/District Supervisor to oversee daily operations, build elite management teams, and deliver top-tier profitability and guest satisfaction.

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Area Director/District Supervisor, you are indeed a general—leading your troops in a never-ending campaign to give America an infinitely more delicious food service experience. You will be involved in training and supporting drive-in restaurant employees, ensuring that food is delivered in a clean, safe and efficient manner and our customers have an excellent experience.

Essential Area Director/District Supervisor job duties are listed below:

• Lead Operations: Oversee 5-10 SONIC Drive-In locations, driving operational standards, sales, growth, and P&L efficiency.


• Develop Talent: Coach, Mentor, and train General Managers to build strong, high-performing drive-in teams.


• Drive in Quality: Ensure every location delivers fast, friendly service and fresh food while maintaining strict food safety guidelines.


• Control Costs: Optimize labor, inventory, and operational expenses to hit aggressive financial targets.


• Adheres to and monitors all employee compliance of the drive-in employee handbook, policies and practices


• Reinforces a customer service mentality and ensures all employees are focused on serving the customer at all times.


• Interview and hire General Managers, management teams, and restaurant crew to achieve proper staffing levels.


• Prepare all necessary operational reports. Develop appropriate action plans to resolve unfavorable financial and/or sales trends.

Requirements:

Additional General Manager Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Advanced studies in business, restaurant management or related fields are preferred


• Minimum of three (3) years of multi-unit quick-service restaurant (QSR) management experience.


• Proven track record of managing profit and loss (P&L) statements and scaling store revenue.


• Exceptional communication, leadership, and team-building skills.


• Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing and selection practices


• Basic accounting and computer skills


• Problem solving, decision-making and conflict-resolution skills


• Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC

Sure, classic cars and vintage threads may be things of the past, but the Sonic Drive-In experience will always be groovy, right on, awesome, wicked, fab, the bee’s knees, cruisin’ . . . you get the picture! It’s downright sensational!!

SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn’t just great service, it’s great experiences. Whether you’re coming for a Cherry Limeade on your lunch break or picking up Shakes with your team after a big win, we’re ready for you. That’s why our drive-in makes your burgers with 100% pure beef patties, prepares hand-made onion rings, and serves real ice cream. Carhops deliver orders with a smile because "This is How We SONIC". Download the SONIC app and order your favorites to enjoy exclusive perks and offers, including half price drinks and slushes any time. Stop by to treat yourself today!