General Manager Trainee

5 months ago

Arlington, United States Sonic Full time


Itâs the dream job you never have to wake up from. At SONIC, youâll whistle while you work, gaining a sense of accomplishment along the way. Youâll interact with fantastic people, earn great pay, and sport a cool uniform. 

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant General Manager, you are indeed a generalâleading your troops in a never-ending campaign to give America an infinitely more delicious food service experience. You will be involved in training and supporting drive-in restaurant employees, ensuring that food is delivered in a clean, safe and efficient manner and our customers have an excellent experience. 

Essential General Manager restaurant job duties are listed below:

  • Manages, trains, monitors, and coaches Crew/ Team members, Carhops, and Skating Carhops
  • Directs and assigns drive-in restaurant employees as needed to ensure all aspects of food service meet operational standards 
  • Adheres to and monitors employee compliance with the drive-in employee handbook, policies, and practices
  • Performs restaurant opening and/or closing duties
  • Prepares employee work schedules; monitors and makes appropriate adjustments to restaurant staffing levels 
  • Monitors and maintains restaurant inventory levels. Places orders for food, paper, and other supplies within cost control procedures
  • Completes and maintains all drive-in restaurant employment-related records and payroll records
  • Reinforces a customer service mentality and ensures all employees are focused on serving the customer at all times.
  • Immediately and respectfully resolves guest requests. Reports guest complaints to immediate supervisor and assists in resolving such complaints
  • Interview and hire restaurant crew and management team members to achieve proper staffing levels
  • Prepare all necessary operational reports. Develop appropriate action plans to resolve unfavorable financial and/or sales trends
  • Develop and implement a marketing plan

Requirements:

Additional General Manager Requirements:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Advanced studies in business, restaurant management, or related fields are preferred
  • Minimum of two (2) years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred), experience running shifts without supervision
  • Required to work a minimum 5-day workweek with 4 closing shifts (or 4-day workweek guaranteed) including irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Knowledge of recruiting, interviewing, and selection practices
  • Knowledge of federal and state labor laws as well as local health and sanitation laws and regulations
  • Leadership and supervisory practices and skills; effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic accounting and computer skills
  • Ability to follow directions and work with autonomy once given directions; ability to multi-task and successfully solve problems
  • Problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform, and hygiene standards at SONIC

Sure, classic cars and vintage threads may be things of the past, but the Sonic Drive-In experience will always be groovy, right on, awesome, wicked, fab, the beeâs knees, cruisinâ . . . you get the picture  Itâs downright sensational 

All thatâs missing is you, so APPLY TODAY

SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Company Introduction

Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isnât just great service, itâs great experiences. Whether youâre coming for a Cherry Limeade on your lunch break or picking up Shakes with your team after a big win, weâre ready for you. Thatâs why our drive-in makes your burgers with 100% pure beef patties, prepares hand-made onion rings, and serves real ice cream. Carhops deliver orders with a smile because âThis is How We SONICâ. Download the SONIC app and order your favorites to enjoy exclusive perks and offers, including half price drinks and slushes any time. Stop by to treat yourself today



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