Hands-On Restaurant Facilities Lead | Virginia Beach

wendys-delight-restaurant-group; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's Delight Restaurant Group is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. The role requires a strong technician or facilities leader who enjoys field work, solving problems, and partnering with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant operation.

You will manage preventative maintenance, diagnose HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, decide when to repair in-house or via vendors,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities, maintenance, or technical experience, preferably in a restaurant or multi-unit setting.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform hands-on repairs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally within the Virginia Beach area.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities maintenance for restaurants within the Virginia Beach market.
• Coordinate and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide hands-on diagnostics and support for HVAC systems, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment.
• Determine when repairs should be completed internally versus through approved vendors.
• Manage and track work orders using Corrigo (or similar system).
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and safety requirements.
• Partner with General Managers and Area Leaders to support restaurant performance.
• Assist with minor remodels, reimages, and equipment replacements as needed.
• Maintain vendor relationships and control maintenance expenses within budget.

Skills

Facilities management

HVAC systems

Refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Vendor coordination

Strong communication

Travel locally

Tools

Corrigo CMMS

Job description

Wendy's Delight Restaurant Group is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. The role requires a strong technician or facilities leader who enjoys field work, solving problems, and partnering with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant operation.

You will manage preventative maintenance, diagnose HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, decide when to repair in-house or via vendors,