Position:     Operations Facilities Manager  

Location:   Tampa, Fl or Dallas, Tx (up to 50% travel required)   

Salary:        $80K-$90K + Bonus

Growing Hospitality Services provider seeks a hands-on Facilities Manager to join their team.

Responsibilities:

·       Construction/Renovation & Buildouts: Lead facility improvement projects including remodeling, renovations, and space reconfigurations.

·       Manage all aspects of new kitchen buildouts: site assessments, design collaboration, permitting, budgeting, and execution.

·       Work closely with architects, engineers, and general contractors to ensure project timelines and specifications are met.

·       Monitor construction progress and report regularly to leadership on status, risks, and cost control.

Facilities & Lease Management: Oversee the day-to-day operational maintenance of 20 kitchen facilities (Refrigeration repairs, Major kitchen equipment, HVAC, etc.)

·       Manage and negotiate lease agreements and renewals in collaboration with legal or real estate partners.

·       Maintain accurate lease documentation and track key dates (e.g., renewals, new leases, rent escalations, expirations).

·       Secure service contracts for HVAC, hood maintenance and cleaning, pest control and refrigeration

·       Leasing & Compliance: Ensure all locations maintain up-to-date business licenses, health permits, and fire/safety certifications

·       Serve as the point of contact for regulatory inspections and coordinate responses to violations or citations.

·       Maintain an organized database of all compliance documents and renewal schedules.

·       Procurement & Equipment: Oversee the sourcing, purchasing, and installation of kitchen equipment and infrastructure.

·       Develop and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement and service agreements.

·       Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and service requests for all kitchen equipment.

·       Budgeting & Reporting: Develop and manage annual budgets for facility operations & capital expenditures.

·       Track and report on KPIs related to maintenance, capital projects, and facility utilization.

·       Recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

·       Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in multi-site facility management, preferably within the food service, hotel, supermarket or hospitality industry.

·       CFM (Certified Facility Manager) or FMP (Facility Management Professional) certification a plus

·       Strong knowledge of lease negotiations, building codes, health & safety regulations.

·       Proven experience managing construction or renovation projects.

·       Strong project management and organizational skills.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, MS Project).

·       Valid driver's license and ability to travel between locations as needed (up to 50%).