Assistant Manager

Assistant ManagerAs a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient manner so that guests will have an enjoyable experience at the SONIC Drive-In.Responsibilities include:Hiring, training, supervising, managing, directing, and developing Great People ready to serve a SuperSONIC experience to every guestMaking every guest a repeat customer by ensuring the guest leaves the lot satisfied every timeHelping employees understand the big picture and their role by sharing the why behind tasksCelebrating team successes and coaching for better performanceSetting clear expectations and providing continuous feedback throughout shiftCreating an upbeat, positive atmosphere during the shift that makes work funManaging the majors: food and paper, labor, and guest servicePerforming restaurant opening and/or closing duties as neededMonitoring and making appropriate adjustments to staffing levels, inventory levels, and food cost controlCompleting weekly inventory as neededAssisting with administrative duties, including maintaining files, records, and required documentationImmediately and respectfully responding to guest requests and assisting in resolving guest complaintsMaintaining and enforcing SONIC safety and sanitation standardsRelentlessly complying with all federal, state, and local laws and regulationsWhat You'll Need:Excellent leadership and communication skillsHigh standards for self and the teamPositive attitude, especially during rushes or stressful situationsResiliency in trying different approaches to solve a problem; working to get better every dayEagerness to learn and grow professionally and personallyAbility to prioritize and complete tasks accordinglyEffective communication skills; basic math and reading skillsWillingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidaysThe Fine Print: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.Each franchise organization is an independent employer and thus responsible for making its own employment-related decisions. Nothing in these materials should be construed as the franchisor being involved in or having control over a franchise employee's essential terms and conditions of employment.Requirements:Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidaysGeneral knowledge and understanding of the restaurant industry or retail operations requiredMinimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or one year of entry-level retail management experience required. Experience running shifts without supervisionEffective communication skills; basic math, reading and computer skillsAbility to follow directions and work with autonomy once given directions; ability to multitask and successfully solve problemsWillingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONICAdditional Info:Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing courteous food service to our guests!Professional individuals who value people and demonstrate respect for others!A team player willing to meet and exceed drive-in goals and objectives.Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead team members.Dedicated individuals with a proven track record of building sales, creative marketing, expense management and developing people into successful teams.Sure, classic cars and vintage threads may be things of the past, but the SONIC Drive-In restaurant experience will always be groovy, right on, awesome, wicked, fab, the bees knees, cruisin... you get the picture! It's downright sensational!!All that's missing is you, so APPLY TODAY!SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers.You are applying for work for a franchisee D.L. Rogers Corp of Sonic, not Sonic Corporate, or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees.Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences. Whether you're coming for a Cherry Limeade on your lunch break or picking up Shakes with your team after a big win, we're ready for you. That's 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 "This is How We SONIC". 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!