Description:
Bring the Heat. Lead the Crew. Build Your Future.
At Sonny’s BBQ, our managers put the fire in the smoker and the spark in the team. This isn’t just about running a restaurant, it’s about leading people, creating energy, and serving up experiences’ guests keep coming back for.
If you love people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and know how to lead from the front—we want to meet you.
What You’ll Get
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Medical, dental & vision coverage
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401(k) with company participation
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Company-Paid LTD & Life Insurance
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2-weeks of PTO to start
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Growth & advancement opportunities
Your Impact
This role is where hospitality meets leadership. You’ll set the tone, build the team, and keep the restaurant running like a well-oiled (and well-smoked) machine.
You’ll:
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Build a strong team – hire, train, coach, and develop your people
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Create a culture that’s fun and high-performing – because if it’s not fun, our guests feel it
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Deliver a standout guest experience – every table, every shift
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Keep operations running smoothly – from the rush to the reset
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Lead from the floor – solving problems, supporting your team, and jumping in wherever needed
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Raise the bar – by setting expectations and holding your team to them
What Makes You a Great Fit
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High School Diploma or GED; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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2+ years of restaurant leadership experience
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You’re a people-first leader who knows how to motivate a team
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You stay cool under pressure (even when things start sizzling)
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You take ownership and do what it takes to get the job done
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You bring energy, positivity, and a “let’s make this happen” mindset
Why Sonny’s BBQ
We’re a brand built on authentic flavor, strong teams, and good times. Our managers are the heart of it, bringing energy, developing their people, and making sure every shift feels like Sonny’s. Here, you’re not just managing, you’re building a career with a company that invests in you.
What to Expect
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Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays)
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Fast-paced, on-your-feet environment
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Hands-on leadership—this is not a sit-behind-the-desk role.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as a detailed list of all responsibilities.
Requirements:
Physical Demands
Managers are regularly required to stand for extended periods; use hands to handle, feel, and operate tools and equipment; and communicate effectively with guests and team members. The role involves frequent reaching, bending, stooping, climbing, balancing, and exposure to sensory elements such as taste, smell, and smoke from wood-burning cookers.
This is a fast-paced, highly interactive environment requiring continuous movement. Managers regularly lift up to 20 pounds, frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds. The position includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures (0°F to 100°F), wet or humid conditions, and cleaning chemicals that may be toxic or caustic.
Managers must be able to perform these essential functions during shifts of up to 12 hours.
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
