Sonic Restaurant General Manager

Sonic • La Follette, TN

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About The Position

KBP Drive-In, a franchisee of Sonic Drive-In and part of KBP Brands, is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a high-performing team, drive strategic initiatives, and influence restaurant success. The role focuses on profitability, operational excellence, team development, and delivering friendly guest experiences with quality products. The company describes a culture centered on inclusion, growth, collaboration, and a positive workplace.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a Restaurant General Manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Available to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Physically able to lift and move heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts, maneuver safely through compact spaces, and operate restaurant equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Quick-service restaurant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 employees in operational excellence to support restaurant success.
• Complete inventory counts.
• Maintain a clean restaurant and ensure every guest enjoys a friendly experience with a quality product.

Benefits

• Annual awards program recognizing the top 10% of Restaurant General Managers in each region.
• Opportunities to grow leadership skills and pursue above-store roles through an internal development program.
• Access to KBP Cares, a company nonprofit that supports employees through unexpected hardships.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) that employees can earn and use.
• Shift meal discount.
• Paid training.
• Eligibility for a restaurant performance bonus paid quarterly.

What This Job Offers

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