Dining Facilities & Night Operations Manager

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington is seeking a Facilities Manager for Dining and Night Team to ensure safe, clean, and well‑maintained dining facilities. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, custodial operations, and renewal work across HFS dining programs in Seattle.

The role reports to the Associate Director, Facilities Services and requires a Bachelor's degree plus 3+ years in facilities leadership. Some remote work may be approved and the position offers a stable, regular schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of facilities project management or custodial operations management experience.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive customer service orientation.
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage preventive maintenance and equipment tracking in dining spaces.
• Coordinate UW Facilities and outside contractors; negotiate scope and cost of work orders.
• Oversee interior renewal projects for timeline, budget, and quality.
• Participate in annual facility audits and maintain capital expense records.
• Develop staffing plans, oversee recruitment, and conduct annual time studies.
• Maintain a custodial training program covering orientation, safety, and cleaning methods.
• Manage the custodial annual budget including forecasting and expenditure monitoring.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation for custodial staff.
• Supervise and develop Night Team Supervisor, providing coaching and leadership development.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Washington is seeking a Facilities Manager for Dining and Night Team to ensure safe, clean, and well‑maintained dining facilities. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, custodial operations, and renewal work across HFS dining programs in Seattle.

The role reports to the Associate Director, Facilities Services and requires a Bachelor's degree plus 3+ years in facilities leadership. Some remote work may be approved and the position offers a stable, regular schedule.