Sonic Assistant Manager

Sonic Drive-In; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quick-service restaurant is seeking an Assistant General Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The role involves supervising operations, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional customer service while providing clear opportunities for career growth within the organization. Candidates should have relevant experience in food service and a passion for leadership and operational excellence.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Shift meal discounts

Paid Training

Bonus Program based on restaurant performance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Assistant Manager in food service or retail.
• Profit & Loss responsibility preferred in a quick serve restaurant.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for entire shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily restaurant operations and manage a team.
• Oversee inventory, food safety, and financial aspects.
• Collaborate with General Manager on growth strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Customer Service

Job description

If you're passionate about the fast-paced world of restaurant management, we want you. At Sonic Drive In, you'll thrive in an environment where teamwork, exceptional service, and operational excellence are paramount. As an Assistant General Manager, you'll not only contribute to Sonic's success but also enjoy clear career growth opportunities within KBP, one of the nation's leading quick-service restaurant organizations. Join us, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and advance your career in the food industry—you deserve it.

What’s in it for you:
•Ability to develop your leadership skills and seek General Manager and above store level opportunities with our internal leadership development program.
•Employee Assistance Program through KBP Cares.
•Medical, Dental, Vision benefits and accrued PTO
•Shift meal discounts
•Paid Training
Bonus Program: As an Assistant General Manager, you will be eligible to participate in a Bonus Program, which is paid out every period, based on restaurant performance.

What a day in the life of an Assistant General Manager can look like:
•Supervise daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to Sonic standards and policies.
•Lead and manage a team, including supporting RGM with training, scheduling, and performance appraisals.
•Manage inventory, maintain food safety protocols, and address customer concerns.
•Oversee financial aspects, including cash management and expense control.
•Collaborate with the General Manager to develop growth strategies and maintain brand image.

What you bring to the table:
•Minimum 1 year of experience as an Assistant Manager in food service or retail environment, including Profit & Loss responsibility preferably in quick serve restaurant (QSR).
•Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
•Ability to lift, carry, stack, push or pull heavy objects. Stand and walk constantly for entire shifts. Maneuver through compact spaces safely and operate restaurant equipment.

What KBP brings to the table:
KBP is a leading restaurant franchise group with a clear vision: to create a great place to work, a great place to eat, and a great place to own. We're looking for dedicated individuals that align with our core values and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB+), Growth Opportunities, and a Positive Culture.
•Grown to over 1,000 restaurants in 20 years.
•Opportunities in 32 states
•Over 50% of store leadership has been promoted internally in the last year.
If you are looking to be part of an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities for growth – personally, professionally, and financially – then a career with KBP IS the right fit for you.

Must be 18 years old to apply.Assistant General Manager employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law and will be discussed during the hiring process. The expected starting compensation ranges for new hires in this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:
•Depending on location: $14.00 to $22.00 per hour