Sonic Assistant General Manager

Sonic Drive-In; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

KBP Cares

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Meal discounts

Paid training

Job summary

Sonic Drive-In in the United States is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead daily operations, uphold Sonic standards, and drive guest experiences that keep customers coming back.

You will mentor the team, manage training and scheduling, oversee inventory and food safety, and partner with the Managing Partner on growth initiatives and brand protection.

This full‑time role offers competitive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for advancement within KBP Brands.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant General Manager in food service or retail with profit and loss responsibility.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Physical ability to lift/move heavy objects, stand/walk for shifts, and operate restaurant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations while upholding Sonic standards and policies.
• Support the Managing Partner by leading the team in training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Manage inventory, ensure food safety compliance, and resolve customer issues promptly.
• Oversee financial responsibilities, including cash handling and expense control.
• Partner with the Managing Partner to drive growth initiatives and protect Sonic's brand reputation.

Skills

P&L responsibility

Training

Scheduling

Performance management

Inventory management

Food safety

Cash handling

Expense control

Brand protection

Job description

Ready to take your career in restaurant management to the next level? If so, we want you to join us as an Assistant General Manager at Sonic Drive-In, proudly franchised by KBP Brands.

If you're ready to grow your career in the fast-paced world of restaurant management, we'd love to meet you. At Sonic, teamwork, great service, and operational excellence drive everything we do. As an Assistant General Manager, you'll play a key role in our success while building a career with KBP, one of the nation's top quick-service restaurant groups. Strengthen your leadership, deliver unforgettable guest experiences, and unlock your potential with us.

What's in it for you:

• Grow your leadership skills and pursue Managing Partner and above-store opportunities through our internal leadership development program.
• Access to KBP Cares, our company nonprofit that supports employees through unexpected hardships.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) you can earn and use.
• Shift meal discounts.
• Paid training.

Bonus Program:

As an Assistant General Manager, you'll also be eligible for a restaurant performance bonus, paid every period.

What you'll do as an Assistant General Manager:

• Oversee daily operations while upholding Sonic standards and policies.
• Support the Managing Partner by leading the team in training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Manage inventory, ensure food safety compliance, and resolve customer issues promptly.
• Oversee financial responsibilities, including cash handling and expense control.
• Partner with the Managing Partner to drive growth initiatives and protect Sonic's brand reputation.

What you bring to the table:

• At least one year of experience as an Assistant General Manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility (quick service experience preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts, safely maneuver through compact spaces, and operate restaurant equipment.

What KBP brings to the table:

KBP Drive-In, part of KBP Brands, is a leading restaurant franchise group. Our vision is simple: be a great place to work, a great place to eat, and a great place to own. In just 20 years we've grown to more than 1,000 restaurants across 30+ states, and we're still growing. We seek Assistant General Managers who share our values and are passionate about inclusion, growth, and building a positive culture. If you want to join an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities for personal, professional, and financial growth, a career with KBP Brands is the right fit for you.