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Sonic Restaurant General Manager

$65k - $80k

Sonic Drive-In

Restaurant General Manager

Are you an experienced restaurant leader with a proven record of driving results and delivering exceptional guest experiences? Join KBP Drive-In, a franchisee of Sonic Drive-In, as a Restaurant General Manager and take the lead in inspiring teams, delivering results, and growing your career.

As the Restaurant General Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team, drive strategic initiatives, and directly influence the success of our business. At Sonic Drive-In, we value our people and foster a culture where growth and collaboration thrive. Apply today and build a fulfilling career with us.

What's in it for you:

  • Annual awards program for top-performing Restaurant General Managers – the top 10% in each region earn this recognition.
  • Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and pursue above-store roles through our internal 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 discount.
  • Paid training.

Compensation:

Opportunity to earn $65,000–$80,000+ annually, based on performance through a results-driven incentive program, paid weekly. Higher earnings are achievable based on restaurant success; compensation is not guaranteed.

What you'll do as a Restaurant General Manager:

  • Drive profitability by managing cash control and security procedures, monitoring inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking action as needed.
  • Recruit, interview and hire Team Members, Shift Managers and Assistant General Managers.
  • Coach and train all employees in operational excellence to ensure restaurant success.
  • Complete inventory counts.
  • Maintain a clean restaurant and ensure every guest enjoys a friendly experience with a quality product.

What you bring to the table:

  • At least one year of experience as a Restaurant 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 Managing Partners 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.

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