Facilities Manager

Overview

FIND YOUR FIRE! At Sally's Apizza we have been creating New Haven Style Apizza since 1938 and are expanding to locations across the United States. We hand-craft authentic pizza in custom-designed ovens, using the original recipes. Sally’s mission is to make great pizza available to everyone. With Sally's growth, there are new opportunities from management to corporate roles, with coaching, training, and promotion within to pursue future career goals.

The Facilities Manager will be responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of all corporate restaurant locations through preventive maintenance programs and/or repair of company equipment at each location. This role oversees facilities maintenance at multiple restaurants on a national level and directs the initiation of repairs, tracking of service vendors, and service calls for restaurant equipment, furniture, fixtures, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.

• Ensure short and long-term facilities objectives align with the company’s core values of commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and attention to detail.
• Execute the facilities maintenance program to guarantee restaurants operate per standards by leading and educating restaurant management teams.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of operating locations and quarterly audits.
• Assemble and maintain complete project records and close-out documents.
• Oversee remodels, renovations and construction improvements on an ongoing basis.
• Schedule, coordinate, and inspect equipment during monthly intervals based on end-of-warranty timelines.
• Collaborate with the VP of Construction to manage construction, maintenance, and development of all restaurants; drive efficiencies.
• Train with the VP of Development and Construction and other leaders on the new-build process, manage expectations with general contractors, and serve as liaison through restaurant openings.
• Stay informed on latest techniques, trends, and technologies relevant to facilities management.

• Maintain high standards of facility appearance and operational readiness.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple service needs across locations with composure under pressure.
• Demonstrate pride in the job, company, and brand.
• Understanding of carpentry, painting, cabinetry, drywall, tile and related trades.
• Ability to develop routine preventive maintenance programs for buildings and equipment.
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems; general handyman skills; and ability to manage other duties as assigned.
• Experience with scheduled maintenance and upkeep of air scrubbers, concrete floor finishing, and HVAC filter replacement.

Technical:

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in restaurant repair.
• Experience in commercial building maintenance/repair.
• Familiarity with working with Power, Water, Gas, and Utility companies and field mechanics.
• Ability to use Excel, Smartsheet, and Eco Trak to manage and forecast repair work.

Language:

• English
• Basic Spanish (preferred but not required)

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of related experience; prior restaurant industry experience.
• Prior facilities experience with multi-location enterprises (e.g., restaurant brand, hospital, college campus, airport).
• Ability to identify, source, and oversee subcontractors; review estimates and manage close-out items.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors and hiring tradespeople; ability to order appropriate tradespeople and materials.
• Experience reading building plans; highly organized with record-keeping for scheduled maintenance and warranty cycles.
• Ability to multitask and manage timelines; valid driver’s license.

• Collaborate with restaurant staff, management, and leadership.
• Workweek Monday through Friday with on-call availability for emergencies or critical business needs; flexible schedule including weekends as needed.
• Travel to all properties within the expanding portfolio is required.

• Starting at $85,000/year, depending on experience
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Group Life
• Sick Time & Vacation Time or Paid time off

Obsession for Apizza:
True passion for the uncompromised quality and tradition of New Haven Apizza. Strive for excellence and bring your personal best to work every day.

Commitment to Our Guests:
Demonstrate warmth and care while creating memorable hospitality moments.

Strength of Character:
Take pride in your job, use sound judgment, and build trust with colleagues and guests.

We Are Hungry: A teaching company filled with people hungry for knowledge and growth; seek honest feedback to strengthen skills and accountability.

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