Facilities Manager

Fresquez Companies•Santa Fe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Fresquez Companies, we empower the lives of people by providing authentic, impactful and exceptional experiences (one team member and guest at a time.)" The Facilities Manager will oversee all facility operations for building and custodial maintenance; responsible for providing a clean, orderly and safe environment; responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to ensure optimal operating results; responsible for training new employees, organizing office moves, and working with third-party vendors. Ensure that all equipment is clean, orderly, and is always functioning. Performs related work as assigned and/or requested. Manages others to keep on task and complete maintenance projects. Provides the opportunity for a mature, self-motivated, dynamic person, to focus on the management and continuous improvement of the maintenance department and all restaurant and office locations, all while remaining in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

Requirements

Ability to quickly prioritize tasks and handle high stress situations, ambiguity, and changing priorities.
Ethical conduct, accountability, problem-solving skills, independent judgment, communication proficiency, creativity, initiative, technical capacity, and results driven highly desired.
The ability to drive, stand, sit, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crawl in confined spaces, and walk for long extended periods of time; heavy lifting also required between 50-100 lbs.
Must be able to work a varied 40+ hour work week including early morning, evenings, weekends, some overnights, and holidays.
Must be dependable, reliable, positive, and motivated.
Must possess a positive, helpful attitude and work well with other team members.
Basic accounting and finance principles.
Must be able to work unsupervised.
Technical engineering skills
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, other personnel, and visitors.
Be willing to follow direction and ask questions for clarification if needed.
Valid Driver's License.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Be able to accommodate flexible work schedule and travel when needed.
Strong knowledge and understanding of company and FDA standards, processes, and procedures.
Detail oriented.
Excellent listening skills.
Team Player - Ability to act in a collaborative manner, which helps to create an environment of respect and professionalism that is always displayed toward management, co-workers, guests, and vendors.
Effective organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible and adept at varying and changing demands.
Able to work at a fast pace in an effective manner.
Effective interpersonal communication and interpersonal skills with co-workers including other cooks, servers, and management.
Restaurant experience is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant food safety and sanitation laws, principles, procedures, and practices.
At least two-year maintenance, janitorial, cleaning services or related experience.
Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment drug screening.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
Satisfactory completion of a background check in accordance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Ability to read, analyze, interpret general business rules and technical procedures.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate information and respond to questions from management and team members.

Responsibilities

Requires high energy and leadership across multiple sites for the planning, maintenance, execution and ongoing support of all equipment, refrigeration and the management of all repair, replacement, and maintenance activities.
Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement of refrigeration systems, utilities and production equipment utilizing internal Maintenance Crew and outside contractors.
Responsible for general accounting tasks, such as accounts payable, payroll and budgeting.
Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of the facility management.
Manages and reviews service contracts.
Confer with Store Managers, and Administrative Management on a regular basis to develop improvements and resolve all operational, technical and maintenance related issues.
Direct the activities of Maintenance Crew and outside approved contractors to ensure that plans are adhered to as per specifications and ensure that all health and safety regulations, and food safety practices are followed.
Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, and parts look up and writing reports to management as directed.
Responsible for various facilities related maintenance and grounds maintenance.
Reviews completed work by vendors and contractors.
Oversee regular maintenance and ensure it is up to Fresquez standards.
Participate in general cleaning, repair, and upkeep of restaurant and offices.
Work in a safe manner and recognizes unsafe situations.
Takes appropriate action to ensure safety of themselves and others in the restaurant and office areas.
Drive company vehicle to and from to perform duties.
Perform preventative maintenance service, emergency repair and cosmetic repair, major and minor, on restaurant equipment, property, painting, minor plumbing (snaking) and electrical (ballasts, outlets, GFI's, etc.), and office cubicles.
Perform duties as requested for restaurant openings and special events; assists in transfer and/or disposal of equipment.
Ensure proper waste management and storage procedures are carried out.
Take measures to perform maintenance on equipment and tools.
Move furniture and equipment upon instruction; assists where necessary in the installation of equipment resulting from special projects.
Maintain the overall condition of the building and grounds.
Perform inspection of the premises and ensure that any hazardous conditions are immediately taken care of.
Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications.