Sonic Assistant General Manager

Sonic • Frankfort, KY

22d

About The Position

The Assistant General Manager at SONIC Drive-In with KBP Drive-In partners with the Managing Partner to lead the restaurant team, strengthen performance, and deliver the fast, friendly guest experience expected at SONIC. The role supports daily operations and team leadership while helping prepare for future Managing Partner and above-store opportunities.

The Assistant General Manager helps uphold SONIC standards and policies; leads training, scheduling, and team performance; manages inventory, food safety compliance, and guest concerns; and supports financial performance through cash handling and expense control. The position also works with the Managing Partner on growth initiatives and protecting the SONIC brand.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Assistant General Manager experience in food service or retail with profit and loss responsibility.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least 2 nights per week.
• Ability to work in an active restaurant environment, including standing, walking, lifting, moving through compact spaces, and safely using restaurant equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Quick-service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help oversee daily operations while upholding SONIC standards and policies.
• Support the Managing Partner by leading training, scheduling, and team performance.
• Manage inventory, food safety compliance, and guest concerns.
• Support financial performance through cash handling and expense control.
• Partner with the Managing Partner on growth initiatives and protecting the SONIC brand.

Benefits

• Restaurant performance bonus opportunity paid every period.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) that employees can earn and use.
• Shift meal discounts.
• KBP Cares support for employees facing unexpected hardships.
• Paid training.
• Leadership development with a path to Managing Partner and above-store opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed