Restaurant General Manager — Lead People, Profit & Growth

Sonic Drive-In; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Shift meal discount

Paid training

KBP Cares program

Quarterly performance bonus

Job summary

SONIC Drive-In, part of KBP Drive-In, is seeking a Restaurant General Manager in Knoxville, TN. You’ll own restaurant performance, build a high-performing team, and develop leaders while delivering a fast, friendly guest experience and driving profitability.

We offer quarterly bonuses, medical/dental/vision, PTO, training, and meal discounts as part of a supportive benefits package. Strong leadership and hands-on coaching are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of Restaurant General Manager experience with profit & loss responsibility.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least 2 nights per week.

Responsibilities

• Own restaurant performance and profitability by managing labor, inventory, cash controls, security procedures, and financial results.
• Build leadership by recruiting, interviewing, and hiring Team Members, Shift Managers, and Assistant General Managers.
• Coach and develop employees to deliver operational excellence and strong restaurant results.
• Create a clean, welcoming restaurant where guests receive friendly service and quality food.

Skills

Leadership

P&L ownership

Team development

Food-service experience

Job description

SONIC Drive-In, part of KBP Drive-In, is seeking a Restaurant General Manager in Knoxville, TN. You’ll own restaurant performance, build a high-performing team, and develop leaders while delivering a fast, friendly guest experience and driving profitability.

We offer quarterly bonuses, medical/dental/vision, PTO, training, and meal discounts as part of a supportive benefits package. Strong leadership and hands-on coaching are essential.