General Manager

Sonic Drive-In General Manager - Bernalillo, New Mexico

As a SONIC Drive-In General Manager, you are responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the Drive-In to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient manner so that guests will have an enjoyable experience at the Sonic Drive-In.

As the highest management position within the Drive-In, you are accountable for the Drive-In and its operations. Responsibilities include :

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• Hiring, training, managing, supervising, directing, and developing Great People ready to serve a SuperSONIC experience to every guest.
• Demonstrating a Fair, Firm, Fun leadership approach, and leading by example.
• Managing a profit and loss statement to exceed expectations every week, month, and year.
• Swiftly resolving employee concerns with a thoughtful approach.
• Celebrating team successes and coaching for better performance.
• Setting expectations and providing clear and continuous feedback.
• Creating an upbeat positive atmosphere during the shift that makes work fun.
• Helping employees understand the big picture and their role by sharing the 'why' behind tasks.
• Understanding how to use metrics to evaluate Drive-In performance and make necessary improvements.
• Getting out in the community, making a difference, and growing sales for your Drive-In and the brand.
• Maintaining and enforcing SONIC safety and sanitation standards.
• Relentlessly complying with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Additional General Manager Requirements :

• Prior management experience; restaurant or retail industry highly preferred (subject to franchise discretion).
• High standards for self and the team.
• Positive attitude, especially during rushes or stressful situations.
• Resiliency trying different approaches to solve a problem; working to get better every day.
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally and personally.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks accordingly.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Associate’s degree in Business or related field preferred (subject to franchise discretion).
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In franchise organizations will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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