Shift Manager
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day ... You will also assist with hiring, training, and developing team members helping them spark moments ...
102 Sonic Drivein First Assistant Manager Jobs Hiring Near You
Shift Manager
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day ... You will also assist with hiring, training, and developing team members helping them spark moments ...
Shift Manager
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day ... You will also assist with hiring, training, and developing team members helping them spark moments ...
Shift Manager
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day ... You will also assist with hiring, training, and developing team members helping them spark moments ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Dayton, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Dayton, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
La Porte, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
La Porte, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Lake Charles, LA · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Lake Charles, LA · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Highlands, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Sonic Drive-In 1st Assistant Manager
Highlands, TX · On-site
$27K - $38K/yr
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Assistant Manager Sonic Drive-In
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$14.75 - $16/hr
Assistant Manager at Sonic Drive-In Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity in the Food & Beverage industry? Do you love creating delicious experiences ...
Assistant Manager Sonic Drive-In
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$14.75 - $16/hr
Assistant Manager at Sonic Drive-In Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity in the Food & Beverage industry? Do you love creating delicious experiences ...
First Assistant Manager
Woodville, MS · On-site
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry Banana Split Molten Cake Sundae. You'll assist the drive-in restaurant's General Manager in managing ...
First Assistant Manager
Woodville, MS · On-site
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry Banana Split Molten Cake Sundae. You'll assist the drive-in restaurant's General Manager in managing ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
As a SONIC Drive-In Assistant Manager, you are responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient ...
Assistant Manager
Tacoma, WA · On-site
$19.50 - $23/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
Assistant Manager
Tacoma, WA · On-site
$19.50 - $23/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
Assistant Manager
Overland Park, KS · On-site
$15 - $20/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
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Assistant Manager
Overland Park, KS · On-site
$15 - $20/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
Assistant Manager
Puyallup, WA · On-site
$19.50 - $23/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
Assistant Manager
Puyallup, WA · On-site
$19.50 - $23/hr
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry ... first of the month following 60 days of employment. Assistant Managers receive paid time off for ...
Assistant Manager
Durant, OK · On-site
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry Banana Split Molten Cake Sundae. You'll assist the drive-in restaurant's General Manager in managing ...
Assistant Manager
Durant, OK · On-site
Being an Assistant Manager at a SONIC Drive-In restaurant is the cherry on top of a Strawberry Banana Split Molten Cake Sundae. You'll assist the drive-in restaurant's General Manager in managing ...
Sonic Drive-In Jobs Information
Do workers at Sonic Drive-In get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
92% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
92% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Does Sonic Drive-In pay people when they’re sick?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 171 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 171 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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.
69% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
69% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 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.
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.
89% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 216 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
89% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 216 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Is the health insurance from Sonic Drive-In affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Sonic Drive-In?
Most people don’t get paid time off from work.
82% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 159 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
82% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 159 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
- 97% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 3% 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.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do workers at Sonic Drive-In worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
52% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
52% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
38% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Sonic Drive-In?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
48% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
48% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do Sonic Drive-In managers change schedules at the last minute?
Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
37% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
37% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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.
23% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 137 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
23% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 137 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Sonic Drive-In?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
44% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
44% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Is a Sonic Drive-In job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
80% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
80% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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.
46% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
46% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at Sonic Drive-In feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
78% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
78% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Sonic Drive-In get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
70% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
70% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Sonic Drive-In?
Most people feel stressed out here.
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 164 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 164 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Sonic Drive-In enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
48% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 141 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
48% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 141 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people at Sonic Drive-In recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 177 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 177 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Sonic Drive-In?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 161 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 161 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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, 47% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 148 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
In the last year, 47% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 148 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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 159 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
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 159 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 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.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 163 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 163 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
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$14.50 - $18.50/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
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Sonic Drive-In rating
4.7
Based on 1,625 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
79th of 106 rated fast food restaurants
Job description
Hot burgers, cold shakes, and little moments of magic right in the neighborhood. At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day. Working at SONIC, you’ll spark moments of delightful possibility. Feelin’ these good vibes? Let’s do this.
Start with a Job, Spark a Career
As a Restaurant Shift Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the General Manager and Assistant General Manager in managing the daily operations of the restaurant. You will provide quality food in a clean, safe, and efficient manner so that guests will have an enjoyable experience every time. You will also assist with hiring, training, and developing team members helping them spark moments of delightful possibility for our customers.
Moments of Magic You Bring to the Crew
- At least 18 years of age
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Preferably, you have six months or more of restaurant experience
Not sure if your experience aligns? We encourage you to apply. Cherry Limeade-lover or not, all backgrounds are welcome here.
Feelin’ these good vibes?
The opportunity to discover all our different drink combinations on your list? How about all these benefits? We have you covered.
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Shift Meal Discount and Family Dining Discount*
- Best-in-Class Training & Continuous Learning
- Advancement Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision*
- 401(k) Retirement Program*
- Paid Time Off*
- Well-Being Program*
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Perkspot Discount Program
- Recognition Program
- Slip Resistant Shoes Program
- Community & Charitable Involvement
- Champions of Hope*
- Igniting Dreams Grant Program*
- Yearly Contests
SONIC is an equal opportunity employer.
*Subject to availability and eligibility requirements.
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