Restaurant Facilities Manager - Gastamo Group

Gastamo Group (Park Burger, Homegrown Tap & Dough, Park & Co, Lady Nomada and Perdida) is a locally owned and operated restaurant group in Denver, Colorado with a strong focus on fresh and local ingredients. We are a fast-growing company, opening new locations and concepts each year which provides ample opportunity for growth.

Restaurant Facilities Manager

Position Summary:  The Facilities & Maintenance Manager is a local position in our Denver office and plays an integral role in the company’s development process. This position manages numerous facets of the lifecycle of a restaurant from opening to continued operations.  This role supports our Project Manager and requires a detail-oriented person with impeccable communication skills who can ensure deadlines are met and the operations team is kept informed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The duties and responsibilities listed below are those that must be met to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform an essential function.

• Daily Maintenance Oversight: Ensure all restaurants and facilities are fully operational by coordinating routine maintenance and addressing urgent repair needs.
• Vendor and Contractor Coordination: Manage relationships with external vendors, including electricians, plumbers, and HVAC specialists, to ensure timely and effective repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance Scheduling: Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program to reduce unexpected equipment failures and prolong the lifespan of facilities.
• Facilities Audits: Regularly conduct site inspections and audits to ensure all facilities meet operational, safety, and brand standards.
• Issue Resolution: Serve as the primary contact for restaurant managers to respond to and resolve maintenance-related issues quickly.
• Support for New Store Development: Assist in building new restaurants by coordinating the installation of fixtures, equipment, and owner-provided materials and providing administrative support to the CVO and Director of Development.
• Utility Management: Set up and manage utility accounts for new restaurant openings, ensuring all necessary services are connected and operational.
• Budget Management: Prepare and manage budgets related to maintenance and development projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial targets. All budgets and schedules will be managed in Smartsheet’s.
• Safety and Compliance Management: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety standards.
• Technology Utilization: Use software tools like Smartsheet and Expensify for project tracking, reporting, and data management.
• Project Management: Oversee larger maintenance projects, such as renovations and significant equipment upgrades, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
• Quality Control: Establish and enforce quality control standards for all maintenance activities, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the development and finance teams to support broader company objectives and ensure alignment with operational goals.
• Problem Solving: Proactively address and resolve maintenance-related issues to maintain operational continuity and reduce downtime.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and compliance documents by company policies.
• Hands-On Maintenance Tasks: Perform basic repair and maintenance tasks, including drywall repair, painting, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and other handy skills as needed.
• Emergency Response and Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency response plans for maintenance-related incidents, such as equipment failure or natural disasters. Act as a point of contact for all facility-related emergencies.
• Continuous improvement and Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends and innovations in facilities management and maintenance, and help with any new technology transitions, including management of the current suite.

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Communication Proficiency:  Able to communicate, both verbal and written, at a high level with individuals at different levels of the organization and with different backgrounds and skills sets as well as individuals outside the organization.  Responds to queries about projects and ability to read building plans. Exhibit patience, tact, courtesy, and work in a team environment.
• Technical Capacity:  Possesses or has the ability to quickly learn different programs, philosophies and ideas. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, government regulations, etc.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Collaboration:  Able to earn the trust of and confidence of others and deliver on commitments.  Produces high-quality work and encourages others to do the same in order to deliver on promises and deadlines.
• Project Management: Sets and pursues aggressive goals while managing multiple initiatives simultaneously and delivering final product(s) as scheduled.  Is proficient in the use and management of Smartsheet application, including reporting and understanding logistics and individual roles of the users. 
• Leadership Skills: Able to provide feedback to the project team and others in a professional and influential manner.  Able to maintain confidential information. Represent the brand in a positive manner.
• Time Management: Able to prioritize responsibilities ensuring a smooth workflow.  Coordinates schedules of team and other interested parties.
• Company Professionalism:  Consistently treats individual with dignity and respect, recognizing the importance of cultural differences.  Embraces, communicates, and demonstrates company values and ethics.  Maintains reasonable expectations of self and others when balancing time and performance demands with personal and professional needs.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

•  2+ years in a similar role in the restaurant or retail industry dealing with equipment.
• Experience with high-growth organizations.
• Track record of process creation.
• Bachelor’s degree education preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Trello, and Service Channel
• Able to drive and hold a valid state driver’s license.
• Maintain reliable transportation and auto insurance.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

•  95% travel locally between stores and home office

Here's what's in it for you:

• Advancement Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Financial Wellness Resources
• Team Member Dining Discounts
• Mental Health Support
• $400 Annual Leadership Health Benefit

Take the next step in your career by applying to join our team today!

Equal Opportunity Employer