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Our burgers are square, which means we don't cut corners.  So hopefully, neither do you.

• Your natural friendliness is just one of your talents.
• You can handle a lot of stuff and not wig out.
• You're good with being on drive-thru one shift and making fries the next.
• You like making customers happy.  For real.

 What you bring to the table:

• Solid social skills - you act like your grandma is standing behind you (at least while you're at work).
• You see whatever's low - ketchup, straws, cups - and you fill it back up.
• You pitch in and help your crew and customers.
• You take and receive direction like a pro.
• You want to learn something new and be a part of something good.
• If something doesn't seem right, you make it right.

You must be willing and able to:

• Stand and move for most - if not all - of your shift.
• Lift up to 25-50 lbs. now and then
• Handle weather related moments like rain at the drive-thru, taking out trash in the summer, etc.
• Wear a headset, use other restaurant equipment such as a register or grill, and follow brand standards and guidelines.
• For more information on specific equipment or job requirements, see the job description or talk to the hiring manager. 

 We get it.  We get you.

Our food isn't one size fits all and our job opportunities aren't either.  Whether you're looking for your first job or to build a career, a lot of hours or something to keep you busy on the weekend, you're an early bird or a night owl, we've got you covered.

We are also a proud equal opportunity employer - that means all races, religions, nationalities, genders and the LGBTQ+ community are welcome.  We provide reasonable accommodations in order to enable people with disabilities to perform the functions of their jobs.

• Develop and maintain professional functional working relationships with IHOP employees and guests.

• Clear, clean, and reset tables and clean chairs, booths, and floors after guests leave.

• Pick up, sort, and wash all china, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, utensils, ETC.

• Follow dish machine and/or sink procedures per IHOP SOP

• Unload, unbox, rotate, and store food, equipment, and supplies as necessary.

• Stock and rotate all needed supplies in service areas and dining room.

• Dispose of all trash properly

• Check restrooms hourly to ensure proper stocking levels of supplies and the cleanliness of the facilities.

• Perform all cleaning duties according to posted cleaning charts.

• Comply with IHOP uniform and appearance standards per SOP guidelines.

• Perform other assignments or tasks as assigned by the General manager, Assistant Manager, or acting supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

No prior experience required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to understand oral instructions in English and read English or Spanish well enough to read and understand instructions from supervisors, requests from co workers and guests, and warning and safety labels.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-step or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

IHOP training course work as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is required to frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee occasionally is required to talk or hear. The employee frequently must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Start with a Job, Spark a Career

As a SONIC Drive-In Carhop, you will deliver a friendly, and fast experience to every customer.  Your menu genius skills and ability to resolve customer concerns will guarantee every customer leaves satisfied.

Feelin’ these good vibes?:

Flexible hours, competitive wages, scholarships*, medical*, dental* and vision* benefits on your list? We have you covered. Plus, the opportunity to discover all our different drink combinations? Bonus. Did we also mention that you will be a part of the Inspire Brands family? Double bonus.

SONIC is an equal opportunity employer.

*Applies to eligible team members

Moments of Magic You Bring to the Crew:

• Positive attitude
• SONIC Brand Ambassador
• Ability to remain calm, especially in tough situations
• Resilient spirit – knowing everyone makes mistakes and can bounce back from a set-back
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Ability to multi-task, switching from one task to another with ease
• Team mentality and willingness to help where needed
• Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts

Not sure if your experience aligns? We encourage you to apply. Cherry Limeade-lover or not, all backgrounds are welcome here.

Restaurant Team Member duties may include:

• Taking orders and making accurate change quickly
• Providing food service to our guests with enthusiasm
• Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency
• Preparing drinks and ice cream treats 
• Preparing food orders, cooking on the grill, operating the fry station as needed 
• Cleaning  the drive-in restaurants -- including trash disposal, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes, wiping counter-tops and sanitizing food areas

Requirements:

Restaurant Team Member Requirements:

• Contagiously positive attitude
• Ability to remain calm, especially in tough situations
• Resilient spirit – knowing everyone makes mistakes and can bounce back from a set-back
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Ability to multi-task, switching from one task to another with ease
• Team mentality and willingness to help where needed
• Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to be flexible in all situations based on restaurant business need
• Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
• Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at Sonic Drive-In restaurants
• General knowledge and understanding of the food service / restaurant industry or retail operations preferred, but not required

Additional Restaurant Team Member Qualifications…

• Friendly and welcoming individuals who enjoy providing pleasant and courteous food service to our guests!
• A willingness to cross-train in all of the stations.  It never gets dull here!
• Motivated individuals who are team players and committed to keeping our drive-in restaurants clean and safe.

Sure, classic cars and vintage threads may be things of the past, but the SONIC Drive-In 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.