Chicago - Facilities & Maintenance Assistant

Happy Camper • Chicago, IL

2d • $21 - $24 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are the marinara-muddled minds behind Happy Camper, Homeslice, and Paradise Park. Our restaurants are wall to wall with lights, murals, and vignettes for the perfect gram. We are known for our art inspired spaces, delicious food and great vibes. Our brand is glued together by our company culture. Currently, we are looking for other folks who are enthusiastic about being part of our team and growing our ever-evolving brand. Many of our employees have been with the company from the first installment of the brand. Our careers feel like a life purpose for many of us and a common thread is that we pay a distinct amount of attention to detail in creating this atmosphere. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.

We are looking for a reliable, organized, and hands-on Facilities & Maintenance Assistant to support multiple restaurant locations within our restaurant group. This is a Monday–Friday position, primarily focused on general facility upkeep, deep cleaning projects, organization, seasonal setups and decorations, and minor maintenance tasks. Occasional availability may be required for urgent situations, special projects, or restaurant needs. This is not a highly technical maintenance position. Specialized electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and commercial kitchen equipment repairs are generally handled by professional service companies. The ideal candidate is dependable, proactive, flexible, and takes pride in keeping our restaurants clean, organized, functional, and looking their best. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work, variety, and working across different restaurant locations. Specialized technical expertise is not required, but a positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to help wherever needed are essential.

Requirements

• Previous experience in general maintenance, facilities, restaurants, hospitality, cleaning, construction, or a similar hands-on role is preferred.
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools.
• Functional English is required. Must be able to understand work instructions, communicate with managers, and receive assignments in English.
• Ability to work independently and complete a daily task list.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.
• Reliable, punctual, responsible, and flexible.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable performing physical work and using ladders when necessary.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation are required, as this position involves traveling between multiple restaurant locations.
• Availability primarily Monday through Friday, with flexibility for occasional emergencies, seasonal installations, or special projects.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Offers are contingent on a motor vehicle record review that meets our insurance carrier’s requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support general maintenance and minor repairs across multiple restaurant locations.
• Perform and assist with deep cleaning projects, particularly in kitchens, storage areas, equipment areas, and other back-of-house spaces.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage and maintenance areas.
• Assist with seasonal decorations, holiday setups, and special-event installations throughout the year.
• Move, assemble, install, and organize furniture, shelving, decorations, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Handle basic maintenance such as painting, patching, caulking, changing light bulbs, replacing hardware, and other minor repairs.
• Identify facility or equipment issues and communicate them to management when a professional contractor is required.
• Assist with receiving, moving, and organizing maintenance supplies and materials.
• Travel between different restaurant locations based on daily operational needs.
• Assist with occasional urgent maintenance needs or special projects outside the regular schedule when necessary.
• Be available for occasional early-morning, evening, or weekend work for urgent repairs, seasonal installations, or special events, with advance notice whenever possible.
• Coordinate access and walkthroughs with outside vendors and contractors (plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, pest control, etc.) and confirm work is completed.
• Keep a simple log of completed tasks, open issues, and supplies used, and communicate needs to your supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper ladder use, safe chemical handling, unplugging/locking out equipment before cleaning, and wearing provided PPE.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends
• 50% dining discounts during shift
• 25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule in a fun, family friendly, team environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Options
• Paid leave and paid sick leave for all employees, per the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Ordinance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed