D.L. Rogers Corp. (DLR) is a SONIC Drive-In franchisee with more than 260 Drive-Ins located across ten states, founded by Don L. Rogers on March 1, 1967. Built on a philosophy of partnership and shared opportunity, DLR operates as a "company of owners" where success is tied directly to individual effort and leadership. DLR is committed to excellence in operations and providing unparalleled opportunities to everyone in the organization.
About 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 manner so that guests will have an enjoyable experience at the SONIC Drive-In. You are applying for work for a franchisee D.L. Rogers Corp of Sonic, not Sonic Corporate, or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees. The Position Company: DL Rogers Corp - Sonic Position: Assistant Manager Status: Part Time Shift: First (Day), Second (Afternoon), Third (Night) Req #: 10978852 Date Posted: April 13, 2026 Job Category: Drive In Management Key Responsibilities Hiring, training, supervising, managing, directing, and developing Great People ready to serve a SuperSONIC experience to every guest Making every guest a repeat customer by ensuring the guest leaves the lot satisfied every time Helping employees understand the big picture and their role by sharing the "why" behind tasks Celebrating team successes and coaching for better performance Setting clear expectations and providing continuous feedback throughout shift Creating an upbeat positive atmosphere during the shift that makes work fun Managing the majors: food and paper, labor, and guest service Maintaining and enforcing SONIC safety and sanitation standards Relentlessly complying with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations Qualifications Excellent leadership and communication skills High standards for self and the team Positive attitude, especially during rushes or stressful situations Resiliency – trying different approaches to solve a problem; working to get better every day Eagerness to learn and grow professionally and personally Ability to prioritize and complete tasks accordingly Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills Willingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays General knowledge and understanding of the restaurant industry or retail operations required Minimum of six months of restaurant management experience (QSR) or one year entry level retail management experience required Experience running shifts without supervision Ability to follow directions and work with autonomy once given directions; ability to multi-task and successfully solve problems Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC Additional Requirements Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing courteous food service to our guests Professional individuals who value people and demonstrate respect for others A team player willing to meet and exceed drive-in goals and objectives Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead team members Dedicated individuals with a proven track record of building sales, creative marketing, expense management and developing people into successful teams As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In franchise organizations will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Each franchise organization is an independent employer and thus responsible for making its own employment-related decisions. Job Type Part-time Location 14018 S. Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418 Disclaimer SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers. You are applying for work for a franchisee D.L. Rogers Corp of Sonic, not Sonic Corporate, or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees. Nothing in these materials should be construed as the franchisor being involved in or having control over a franchise employee's essential terms and conditions of employment.
View details →DLR's mission is Excellence Without Exception, achieved by delivering the COOL Ps: a Culture of Respect, Opportunity, outstanding Operations, and Leadership at all levels.
To grow through partnership and shared opportunity, continuously pursuing excellence and expansion while honoring the founding legacy of treating every guest like they're your only guest.
Culture of Respect — respecting all co-workers, guests, vendors, and business partners as valuable human beings
Opportunity — providing unparalleled partnership and compensation opportunities to all people
Operational Excellence — performing among the top Drive-Ins in the SONIC system across all key performance indicators
Leadership — providing professional leadership at all levels through conduct, results, and innovation
Partnership — fostering a "company of owners" mindset where individual success and company success are shared
Treat each guest like they're your only guest — outstanding customer service is a founding principle
Take care of the small things — success in a penny-nickel-dime business depends on attention to detail
You get paid based on your contributions, people skills, and leadership — results are directly tied to effort
Work harder and smarter — the more you invest in your work, the more successful you will be
Be fully self-sufficient in people — maintain multiple candidates ready for any opportunity at all levels
Consistently deliver superior return on investment — achieve goals for profit growth, sales, compensation, and restaurant development
Win the right to be heard — lead by example through conduct, results, and innovation