Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Friendsofkerhonkson; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability (short & long-term)

Paid time off

Paid vacation (exempt)

Parental leave

Meal discounts

Job summary

Wonder is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance, capital projects, and FF&E decisions in our production center in New Jersey. The role requires on-site presence five days a week to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient facility operations.

You will manage budgets, optimize repair/replace strategies, and coordinate with national and regional vendors while supporting multiple departments across the business. Travel will be frequent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive facilities management experience in restaurant or hospitality.
• Experience managing repair and preventative maintenance programs and budgets.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Manage capital budgets and repair/maintenance spending.
• Coordinate with vendors and landlords for maintenance and projects.
• Oversee work order network and ensure timely completion.
• Communicate updates on projects and maintenance trends to leadership.

Skills

Facilities management

Project management

Vendor management

Multitasking

Leadership

Travel readiness

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About WonderEverything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.About the OpportunityThe Facilities & Maintenance Manager plays a vital role in supporting our production center by managing maintenance expenses, capital improvements, and preventative maintenance programs. This position focuses on optimizing repair/replace decisions for all facilities, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), leveraging partnerships with national and regional vendors. As the subject matter expert in repair and maintenance, you will ensure seamless facility operations and contribute to the scalability of our expanding company.This is an in-house position that requires regular on-site presence within the production facility to support daily operations, collaborate with plant personnel, and ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.While the role is primarily plant based, there may be limited opportunities to complete office-related tasks such as paperwork from an approved home office. You're welcome—and encouraged—to be in the office 5 days a week.The Impact You Will MakeFacilities Expertise & Support: Serve as the primary point of expertise for repair and maintenance issues escalated by the operations team and service providersFinancial Oversight: Manage and track capital budgets, repair and maintenance (R&M) spending, and general administrative (G&A) expensesProcess Improvement: Work with the Facilities Team to standardize and improve departmental processes, tools, systems, and workflowsVendor Management: Identify, qualify, select, and develop relationships with national and regional vendors for repairs and scheduled maintenance. Evaluate vendor performance to ensure high-quality, cost-effective serviceProject Coordination: Plan, prioritize, and oversee capital projects, ensuring timely, on-budget completion. Support other departments with project scope and execution for rolloutsMaintenance Strategy: Lead and optimize preventative maintenance programs for equipment and systems to reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of assetsRepair/Replace Analytics: Perform analytics on FF&E and building systems to make cost-effective repair/replace decisionsWork Order Management: Oversee the work order network, providing guidance and ensuring timely completion of maintenance requestsLandlord & Property Liaison: Act as the field contact for problem resolution with landlords or property managersClosure Trend Analysis: Identify and analyze trends in restaurant closures, working with vendors and internal departments to prevent disruptionsWarranty Management: Ensure compliance with warranties for equipment and services at the restaurant levelCommunicate regularly with the national/regional leadership team, providing updates on projects and maintenance trendsManage, track, and evaluate significant R&M expensesWhat You Bring to the TableExperience: 5+ years of progressive facilities management experience within the restaurant or hospitality industryProject Management: Demonstrated success in managing repair and preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, and budgetsTechnical Knowledge: Solid understanding of restaurant building systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systemsOrganizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and delegate effectively.Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbsTravel: Frequent travel is required, both by car and plane.Ability to work flexible schedulesAbility to work in varying temperature zones including cold environments for extended periodsNew Jersey: $88,500 - $102,000 per year.Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.BenefitsThe benefits applicable to this role include a competitive compensation package with equity and a 401(k). We also offer a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid short and long term disability coverage, paid time off including flexible time off for exempt employees, paid vacation for non-exempt employees, and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable law in addition to paid parental leave, discounted meals and exclusive perks across the Wonder family of brands.Eligibility, effective dates, and available plan options vary by employment classification and location. To learn more about benefits for this role, visit our Careers page here.A Final NoteAt Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.