Become a Partner

Operating a SONIC Drive-In is more than a job, it's a commitment. Part of the DLR culture is providing opportunities for individuals that show they have the ability to lead others, the drive to succeed, and the willingness to learn. If this sounds like you, then we want you!

PURCHASING & SALARY
​Our Partners purchase 20% of their Drive-In, with owner financing available. The average annual income of a Partner is $100,000.

BONUS
Partners are eligible for up to 10% of the profits of their Drive-In while Co-Managers are eligible for up to 5%

​(based on the store meeting their criteria).

VACATION
Partners receive two weeks paid time off after one year of employment.

INSURANCE ELIGIBILITY
Company-paid medical and self-paid dental insurance is available. DLR also furnishes a $10,000 life insurance policy
and long-term disability plan.

Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of D.L. Rogers Corp. 

Learn more here: transparency-in-coverage.uhc.com. 

TRAINING SCHEDULE 
We offer an outstanding training program to prepare you for your future. Opportunities include:
Stage 1 – Four weeks of intensive position training
Stage 2 – Four weeks of basic management skills training
Extended Training – Four weeks of overview and practice of materials learned in Stages 1 and 2
SONIC Management School – One week of classroom training​

If you are interested in becoming a partner, send us a message.

"I love working for D.L. Rogers because of the opportunities they have provided me.

This company really cares about you personally and professionally."

Marie Powell, Seagoville, TX 

 "I can feel the genuine passion for the DLR family. Absolutely inspiring and motivating.

Makes me proud and happy to do what we do."

Jessica Yarbrough, Marshfield, MO

"Leadership is a blessing and an exciting responsibility. In order to be a great leader as a DLR

operating Partner, we should take pride and love what we do."

Riad Amanullah, Topeka, KS

"We are only as successful as those we surround ourselves with. Love what you do."

Jamar Evans, Little Rock, AR

"My store was bought out by DLR in August 2020. This company has gone above

and beyond to make me feel appreciated!"

Ashley Schulte, Bellville, TX

"Everything this company has done these three days [at Convention] has shown me

what an honor it was to be chosen to be a Partner."

Sharon Jennings, Joplin, MO