Maintenance Engineer – Restaurant Operations

RACKS (Cavallino Inc.); Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 391,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

RACKS (Cavallino Inc.) is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead facility maintenance across our restaurant network. The role involves supervising Maintenance Supervisors and Technicians, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring preventive maintenance schedules are executed to uphold safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or electrical engineering background with 3–5 years in facilities or maintenance operations, plus hands-on expertise in electrical, plumbing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; licensed engineer is an advantage.
• 3–5 years in facilities or maintenance operations, preferably in restaurant/hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant maintenance operations, preventive maintenance, and facility management.
• Hands-on maintenance expertise across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and building systems.
• Experience leading Maintenance Supervisors and Technicians; coaching and training capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage maintenance operations across all restaurant branches.
• Supervise Maintenance Supervisors and Technicians; ensure preventive and corrective maintenance programs run smoothly.
• Coach and train maintenance personnel on troubleshooting, repairs, safety, and best practices.
• Ensure proper maintenance of facilities, equipment, utilities including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular branch inspections; recommend corrective and preventive maintenance plans.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and service providers; monitor projects for quality and cost efficiency.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules; monitor compliance across branches.
• Prepare maintenance reports, budgets, and facility improvement recommendations.
• Provide regular updates to the Facilities and Construction Department Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Facilities management

Vendor coordination

Branch visits

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A well-established company engaged in the restaurant business, with reputable casual dining brands, is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our growing team.

If you have a strong technical background in restaurant facilities maintenance, leadership experience, and a passion for ensuring operational excellence across multiple branches, we'd love to hear from you!

Work Location: East Service Road, Taguig City

Reports Directly To: Facilities and Construction Department (FCD) Manager

Salary: 35,000-40,000/month

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Licensed Engineer is an advantage).

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in facilities or maintenance operations, preferably in the restaurant, hospitality, or Food & Beverage industry.

• Strong knowledge of restaurant maintenance operations, preventive maintenance, and facility management.

• Hands-on technical expertise in electrical systems, plumbing, carpentry, air-conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance.

• Proven experience in leading and supervising Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Technicians.

• Capable of coaching, mentoring, and training maintenance personnel on troubleshooting, repair techniques, preventive maintenance, safety standards, and best practices.

• Experience coordinating with contractors, suppliers, and service providers for repair, maintenance, and project execution.

• Strong leadership, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Able to prepare maintenance reports, work schedules, and project updates.

• Flexible and willing to visit restaurant branches whenever operational requirements arise.

• Willing to be assigned at East Service Road, Taguig City.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage maintenance operations across all restaurant branches.

• Supervise the performance of Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Technicians, ensuring efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs.

• Coach, mentor, and train maintenance personnel to enhance technical knowledge, productivity, and service quality.

• Ensure the proper maintenance of restaurant facilities, equipment, and utilities, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems.

• Conduct regular branch inspections and recommend corrective and preventive maintenance plans.

• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and external service providers to ensure timely completion of repair and maintenance projects.

• Review quotations, monitor contractor performance, and ensure quality workmanship and cost efficiency.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and monitor compliance.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and government standards.

• Prepare maintenance reports, project updates, budgets, and recommendations for facility improvements.

• Provide regular operational updates and maintenance reports to the Facilities and Construction Department (FCD) Manager.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a well-established restaurant company with recognized casual dining brands.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Career growth and leadership opportunities.

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunity to lead maintenance operations across multiple restaurant branches.