Sonic Drive-In
Sonic Drive-In

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Cook-Sonic Drive In

Midlothian, VA

$13 - $17.25/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 Drive-In Team Member

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

SONIC Drive-In is a food service mecca, and our Restaurant Team Member is at the center. Restaurant Team Member duties may include : * Taking orders and making accurate changes quickly * Providing ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Houston, TX

$11 - $14.25/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Lake Charles, LA · On-site

$11 - $14.25/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Dayton, TX

$11.75 - $15.25/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Deer Park, TX

$10.75 - $14/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Houston, TX · On-site

$10.25 - $13.25/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Cypress, TX

$10.50 - $13.50/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Highlands, TX · On-site

$10.50 - $13.50/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Lake Charles, LA

$11 - $14.25/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-workersAs a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Webster, TX · On-site

$10.50 - $13.50/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 Cook, your primary ...

Sonic Drive-In Cook

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$10.75 - $14/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 Cook, your primary ...

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Sonic Drive-In Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Sonic Drive-In?

Sonic Drive-In is known for its fast-paced and dynamic work environment, which is reflected in its 'Now Serving' culture that emphasizes speed, quality, and customer satisfaction.

The company operates on a team-based structure, with employees working together to ensure efficient service and a positive customer experience. Team members often work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with a focus on maintaining high-quality food and beverages while meeting customer demands.

Working at Sonic Drive-In may appeal to individuals who value flexibility, as the company offers a range of scheduling options and opportunities for advancement within the organization, making it a potential fit for those seeking a dynamic and rewarding work experience.

Do workers at Sonic Drive-In get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
90% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 157 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Sonic Drive-In pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
94% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 235 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Sonic Drive-In, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
68% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Sonic Drive-In?

Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
86% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Sonic Drive-In?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
88% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Sonic Drive-In affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
83% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Sonic Drive-In?

Most people don’t get paid time off from work.
79% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 217 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 96% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 1% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 190 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Sonic Drive-In worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
55% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 191 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Sonic Drive-In workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
38% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 178 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Sonic Drive-In workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 135 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Sonic Drive-In?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
45% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 172 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Sonic Drive-In managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
35% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 178 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Sonic Drive-In spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 182 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Sonic Drive-In?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
43% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 213 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Sonic Drive-In job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at Sonic Drive-In good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
45% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Sonic Drive-In feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 217 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonic Drive-In get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
72% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 160 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Sonic Drive-In?

Most people feel stressed out here.
74% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 230 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonic Drive-In enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
40% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 196 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Sonic Drive-In recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 244 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Sonic Drive-In?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 220 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Sonic Drive-In?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 210 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Sonic Drive-In’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
74% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 212 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Sonic Drive-In is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 226 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.
Sonic Drive-In Shift Leader

Sonic Drive-In Shift Leader

Sonic Drive-In

Wilmington, NC • On-site

$11 - $13/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Sonic Drive-In rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 1,594 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 103 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

Description:
A Shift Leader at Sonic Drive-In will assist the General Manager in managing drive-in operations. You will also be involved in training and supporting other employees to ensure we provide quality food in a clean, safe and efficient manner.
Basic job duties for the drive-in's Shift Leader include:
Manages, trains, monitors and coaches Team Members and Carhops
Directs and assigns employees as needed to ensure all aspects of food service meet operational standards
Adheres to and monitors employee compliance of the drive-in employee handbook, policies and practices
Performs restaurant opening and/or closing duties
Monitors and makes adjustments to staffing levels and food cost control
Completes weekly inventory as needed
Assists in administrative duties including maintaining files, records and all required documentation
Reinforces a customer service mentality and ensures all employees are focused on serving the customer
Immediately and respectfully responds to guest requests. Reports guest complaints to immediate supervisor
and assists in resolving such complaints.
Requirements:
Sonic Drive-In Shift Leader
Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
Additional Info:
Additional Sonic Drive-In Shift Leader Qualifications
Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing courteous food service to our guests!

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