Restaurant GM & Operating Partner — Multi-Unit Leader

Sonic Corp.; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Corp. in Statesboro, GA is seeking a General Manager/Operating Partner to lead daily drive-in operations and a team of managers and staff. You will drive guest satisfaction, enforce standards, and manage schedules, training, and performance.

Responsibilities include cost control, inventory, reporting, and local marketing initiatives, with a focus on compliance with laws and company policies. Exempt, full-time role with significant leadership duties.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; advanced studies preferred.
• Three+ years restaurant management experience, preferably QSR.
• Experience recruiting, interviewing, and managing staff.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and supervise assistants and staff.
• Oversee all drive-in operations to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Manage opening/closing duties and daily reports.
• Control food, labor, inventory, and costs to maximize efficiency.
• Lead regular team meetings and maintain records and compliance.
• Develop and implement local marketing and business plans.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Guest service

Hiring & coaching

Budgeting & cost control

Regulatory knowledge

Communication (verbal/written)

Multi-tasking & time management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced studies in business or restaurant management

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Excel / basic accounting

Job description

Sonic Corp. in Statesboro, GA is seeking a General Manager/Operating Partner to lead daily drive-in operations and a team of managers and staff. You will drive guest satisfaction, enforce standards, and manage schedules, training, and performance.

Responsibilities include cost control, inventory, reporting, and local marketing initiatives, with a focus on compliance with laws and company policies. Exempt, full-time role with significant leadership duties.