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Starting Pay At Sonic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sonic Cook- Waynesboro

Waynesboro, VA · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

At SONIC Drive-In restaurants, you'll have all that, along with great pay, flexible hours, a cool uniform and the camaraderie of fantastic co-workers. As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will ...

Sonic Superstar

Longview, TX · On-site

$8 - $10/hr

Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this ... SONIC Drive-In is a food service mecca, and our Restaurant Team Member is at the center. Restaurant ...

... at SONIC Drive-In. If you enjoy helping customers, working as part of a team, and learning ... We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. As a Crew Member ...

... at SONIC Drive-In. If you enjoy helping customers, working as part of a team, and learning ... We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. As a Crew Member ...

Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this ... SONIC Drive-In is a food service mecca, and our Restaurant Team Member is at the center. Restaurant ...

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

... at SONIC Drive-In. If you enjoy helping customers, working as part of a team, and learning ... We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. As a Crew Member ...

... at SONIC Drive-In. If you enjoy helping customers, working as part of a team, and learning ... We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. As a Crew Member ...

Sonic General Manager

Godley, TX · On-site

$55K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Flexible scheduling * Health insurance benefits * Opportunity to lead your own team * Strong support from ownership * Career growth within a well-known brand Here at SONIC Drive-in ...

Sonic General Manager

Hubbard, TX · On-site

$55K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Flexible scheduling * Health insurance benefits * Opportunity to lead your own team * Strong support from ownership * Career growth within a well-known brand Here at SONIC Drive-in ...

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

Sonic General Manager

Waxahachie, TX · On-site

$55K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Flexible scheduling * Health insurance benefits * Opportunity to lead your own team * Strong support from ownership * Career growth within a well-known brand Here at SONIC Drive-in ...

Sonic Assistant Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

Sonic Assistant Manager

Hubbard, TX · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

Sonic Assistant Manager

Teague, TX · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Growth opportunities into higher leadership roles * Team-oriented, supportive work environment Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences.

At SONIC Drive-In restaurants, you'll have all that, along with great pay, flexible hours, a cool uniform and the camaraderie of fantastic co-workers. As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will ...

Sonic General Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

Competitive pay * Flexible scheduling * Health insurance benefits * Opportunity to lead your own team * Strong support from ownership * Career growth within a well-known brand Here at SONIC Drive-in ...

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What is the difference between Starting Pay At Sonic vs Crew Member at McDonald's?

FactorStarting Pay At SonicStarting Pay At McDonald's
Average Hourly Rate$9.00 - $11.00$8.50 - $10.00
Work EnvironmentDrive-in service, fast-paced, customer-focusedCounter service, fast-paced, customer-focused
Required CredentialsNo formal credentials requiredNo formal credentials required
Industry UsageFast food, quick service restaurantsFast food, quick service restaurants

Starting Pay At Sonic typically ranges from $9.00 to $11.00 per hour, slightly higher than McDonald's Crew Members, who earn around $8.50 to $10.00. Both roles involve fast-paced customer service in quick service restaurant environments with minimal credential requirements. The pay difference reflects regional variations and company policies, but both positions offer entry-level opportunities in the fast food industry.

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Sonic Cook- Waynesboro

Sonic Drive-In

Waynesboro, VA • On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago


Sonic Drive-In rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 1,626 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 106 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

) Cook
$12-$15
Who says FUN and RESPONSIBILITY can't hang together? At SONIC Drive-In restaurants, you'll have all that, along with great pay, flexible hours, a cool uniform and the camaraderie of fantastic co-workers.
As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will oversee the Appetite Satisfaction Department, which involves operating the following stations: Food Production, Grill, Fryer and other tasks if applicable.
Cook tasks in the restaurant may include:
Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards
Food preparation and portioning
Cooking on the grill
Operating the fry station
Dressing items to order
Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency
Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes, wiping counter-tops and sanitizing food areas
SONIC Drive-In Restaurant Cook Requirements:
Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to be flexible in all situations based on business need
Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
Ability to follow directions
Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC Drive-In restaurants
General knowledge and understanding of the restaurant industry or retail operations preferred, but not required
Additional SONIC Drive-In Restaurant Cook Qualifications...
Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing quality products for our guests!
A willingness to cross-train on all the stations - it never gets boring here!
Motivated individuals who are team players and committed to keeping our drive-in clean and safe.
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 bee's 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.
• Must be available to work weekends
• Must be energetic
• Looking for part and full time in all positions
• Health Benefits for full time employees
• We offer flexible hours and schedules for all positions

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