Shift Lead — Food Service Team Coach

Sonic Drive-In; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In in Dallas, TX is seeking a Team/Crew Leader to supervise daily restaurant operations and ensure quality products and guest service. You will lead station duties across fountain, grill, drive-thru, and expeditor roles, and mentor new employees while upholding company standards.

This nonexempt position requires reliable attendance, strong communication, and the ability to balance leadership with hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. Nights, weekends, and holidays are expected.

Qualifications

• General restaurant or retail knowledge.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions, multitasking, decision-making, leadership, time-management and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform, lead, and supervise station duties to meet operational standards.
• Assist with new employee orientation and training.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Perform, lead, and supervise regular cleaning and sanitation duties.
• Lead shift meetings and report issues to the Manager on Duty (MOD).
• Move and stock food product weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Basic math

Reading skills

Job description

Sonic Drive-In in Dallas, TX is seeking a Team/Crew Leader to supervise daily restaurant operations and ensure quality products and guest service. You will lead station duties across fountain, grill, drive-thru, and expeditor roles, and mentor new employees while upholding company standards.

This nonexempt position requires reliable attendance, strong communication, and the ability to balance leadership with hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. Nights, weekends, and holidays are expected.