Restaurant Facilities Lead - Field Maintenance Expert

Delight Restaurant Group; Norfolk (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Delight Restaurant Group is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. This role suits a technical leader who enjoys fieldwork, problem solving, and partnering with Operations to keep restaurants running safely and efficiently.

You will manage HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, basic electrical and plumbing, and coordinate with General Managers and Area Leaders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities, maintenance, or technical experience (restaurant or multi-unit preferred).
• 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, commercial refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and basic electrical/plumbing.
• 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 management

Local travel

Tools

Corrigo

Job description

Delight Restaurant Group is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. This role suits a technical leader who enjoys fieldwork, problem solving, and partnering with Operations to keep restaurants running safely and efficiently.

You will manage HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, basic electrical and plumbing, and coordinate with General Managers and Area Leaders.