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Sonic Drive-In • Streamwood, IL 60107 • Posted 15 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $16.50-$22.00/hr • Junior Manager
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As a Restaurant Assistant Manager at Sonic Drive-In, you will be a key leader in a high-performing business, responsible for hands-on work, training employees, responding to guests' needs, and modeling appropriate behaviors. You will also provide overall leadership to the team, recognize and motivate employees, and coach and train for operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Assist in running the restaurant with confidence, deliver fast and effective solutions
- Lead with integrity and live the culture of Sonic Drive-In every day
- Welcome guests with a smile and deliver world-class customer service
- Build trust within your team, recognize a job well-done
- Follow Sonic's operational policy and procedures
- Assist in training, managing restaurant team members and shift managers
- Identify and foster talent in your team, develop high performers for promotion
- Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines
- Assist with scheduling, labor management, and local restaurant marketing
- Lead with a culture of food safety that exceeds company standards in food quality, food safety practices, and cleanliness
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum of one year of management and/or leadership experience
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Sense of humor and an ability to effectively delegate responsibility and motivate a team
- Conflict resolution skills required, as well as excellent verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work 30-40 hours per week within our operating hours, with the flexibility to work variable shifts throughout the week
- Position may include walking, bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, or moving objects up to 55 pounds
- Certain other physical requirements may apply, as reasonably applicable in a standard kitchen/restaurant environment
- Driving may be needed for this position, so a valid driver's license is required, must have reliable transportation
About Sonic Drive-In
SONIC® Drive-In is a fast-food chain known for its unique drive-in dining concept where customers can order from their cars. They serve classic American fast food favorites like burgers, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and breakfast items. Sonic, part of Inspire Brands, has over 3,500 locations in the U.S. and some international presence, competing with brands like McDonald's and Burger King.
Full Job Description
We're looking for friendly and welcoming individuals who enjoy providing pleasant and courteous service to our guests, at one of our busiest Sonic Drive-Ins! It never gets dull here! Our team has a passion for everything Sonic! Do you want to share in that passion? Come join our team!
As a Restaurant Assistant Manager, you are one of the leaders of a million-dollar business. Perform hands-on work to train employees, respond to guests needs and model appropriate behaviors within the restaurant. You will help provide the overall leadership for the team, recognize, and motivate all employees, and coach and train the team for operational excellence.
What else is in it for you? A lot!
Compensation range: $16.50 to $22.00
**The Perks (They're Sonic Good)**
+ Competitive pay
+ Paid time off
+ Opportunities for career development and growth
+ Mentoring and leadership development program
**Your Day in the Life**
+ Assist in running the restaurant with confidence, deliver fast and effective solutions
+ Help lead with integrity and live the culture of Sonic Drive-In every day
+ Create an oasis for guests by welcoming them with a smile and delivering world-class customer service
+ Build trust within your team, recognize a job well-done
+ Follow Sonic's operational policy and procedures
+ Assist to train, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers
+ Identify and foster talent in your team, develop high performers for promotion
+ Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines
+ Assist with scheduling, labor management, and local restaurant marketing
+ Lead with a culture of food safety that exceeds company standards in food quality, food safety practices, and cleanliness
**What You Bring to the Table**
+ Minimum of one year of management and/or leadership experience
+ Must be at least 18 years old
+ Sense of humor and an ability to effectively delegate responsibility and motivate a team
+ Conflict resolution skills required, as well as excellent verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
+ Ability to work 30-40 hours per week within our operating hours, with the flexibility to work variable shifts throughout the week (starting as early as 6 am, and working until as late as 12AM)
+ Position may include walking, bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, or moving objects up to 55 pounds
+ Certain other physical requirements may apply, as reasonably applicable in a standard kitchen/restaurant environment
Driving may be needed for this position, so a valid driver's license is required, must have reliable transportation
As a Restaurant Assistant Manager, you are one of the leaders of a million-dollar business. Perform hands-on work to train employees, respond to guests needs and model appropriate behaviors within the restaurant. You will help provide the overall leadership for the team, recognize, and motivate all employees, and coach and train the team for operational excellence.
What else is in it for you? A lot!
Compensation range: $16.50 to $22.00
**The Perks (They're Sonic Good)**
+ Competitive pay
+ Paid time off
+ Opportunities for career development and growth
+ Mentoring and leadership development program
**Your Day in the Life**
+ Assist in running the restaurant with confidence, deliver fast and effective solutions
+ Help lead with integrity and live the culture of Sonic Drive-In every day
+ Create an oasis for guests by welcoming them with a smile and delivering world-class customer service
+ Build trust within your team, recognize a job well-done
+ Follow Sonic's operational policy and procedures
+ Assist to train, and manage restaurant team members and shift managers
+ Identify and foster talent in your team, develop high performers for promotion
+ Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines
+ Assist with scheduling, labor management, and local restaurant marketing
+ Lead with a culture of food safety that exceeds company standards in food quality, food safety practices, and cleanliness
**What You Bring to the Table**
+ Minimum of one year of management and/or leadership experience
+ Must be at least 18 years old
+ Sense of humor and an ability to effectively delegate responsibility and motivate a team
+ Conflict resolution skills required, as well as excellent verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
+ Ability to work 30-40 hours per week within our operating hours, with the flexibility to work variable shifts throughout the week (starting as early as 6 am, and working until as late as 12AM)
+ Position may include walking, bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, or moving objects up to 55 pounds
+ Certain other physical requirements may apply, as reasonably applicable in a standard kitchen/restaurant environment
Driving may be needed for this position, so a valid driver's license is required, must have reliable transportation
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