Multi-Restaurant Maintenance Manager - Big Woods Restaurants IN

Multi‑Restaurant Maintenance Manager – Big Woods Restaurants (Indiana)

Full‑Time • Multi‑Unit Facilities & Maintenance Leadership Role

Big Woods Restaurants, a fast‑growing Indiana hospitality group, is seeking an experienced Multi‑Restaurant Maintenance Manager to support our five locations across the state, including Nashville, IN. We are a well‑known local brand with a strong reputation for great food, craft beverages, and exceptional guest experiences. As we continue to expand, we need a skilled facilities leader who can ensure our restaurants remain safe, efficient, and fully operational.

Job Summary

The Multi‑Restaurant Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance, repairs, and facility operations across multiple restaurant locations. This role requires strong technical knowledge of building systems, hands‑on repair skills, and experience managing maintenance for multi‑unit or multi‑site operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and able to prioritize maintenance needs to keep all restaurants running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Restaurant & Facility Maintenance

• Manage daily maintenance needs for multiple restaurant locations.
• Ensure all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment are functioning properly.
• Perform hands‑on repairs and coordinate larger projects as needed.

Preventive Maintenance

• Create and manage preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment and building systems.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify issues before they impact operations.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Schedule and oversee outside vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Negotiate pricing, review proposals, and ensure timely, high‑quality work.

Budget & Cost Control

• Develop and manage maintenance budgets for all locations.
• Track expenses, control costs, and maintain inventory of tools and supplies.

Emergency Maintenance Response

• Serve as the primary contact for urgent repairs and equipment breakdowns.
• Respond quickly to minimize downtime and operational disruption.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all restaurants meet local, state, and federal safety, health, and fire regulations.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and maintain compliance documentation.

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and support in‑house maintenance staff.
• Set performance expectations and ensure high‑quality work standards.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of work orders, repairs, inspections, and equipment logs.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on facility conditions and improvement needs.

Cross‑Location Collaboration

• Work closely with restaurant managers to understand maintenance priorities.
• Support upgrades and improvements that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of maintenance management experience.
• 2+ years managing maintenance across multiple locations (multi‑unit or multi‑site).
• Restaurant, hospitality, or food‑service maintenance experience strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and general construction.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair commercial kitchen equipment.
• Experience using CMMS or maintenance management software.

Leadership & Organizational Skills

• Strong communication and team‑building abilities.
• Excellent time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and building codes.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time role with on‑call responsibilities for emergency repairs.
• Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work required.
• Regular travel between restaurant locations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical maintenance tasks.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, disability, and critical illness coverage
• 401(k) eligibility after one year
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Meal and merchandise discounts
• Cell phone stipend