Sr Manager Facilities & Maintenance - CHEF'STORE (Oregon or Illinois)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of retail locations, including refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, fire suppression systems, and general building upkeep.

• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, tools, and preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend asset lifespan.

• Implement and utilize time/cost savings tools to better serve our stores. Includes Service Channel as others as appropriate.

• Ensure all facilities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.

• Partner with other workstreams to identify and implement: Environmental, Compliance, Cost Savings programs for CHEF’STORE assets. This includes researching, evaluating, and implementing (as approved) energy, emissions and other programs to meet/exceed both government requirements.

• Manage and execute all new store FF&E needs for store readiness and handoff to operations.

• Collaborate with construction team to build and execute new store “handoff” process Including: Punch list resolution at store completion, equipment and building warranty information, vendor transition, and other applicable items.

• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers, ensuring service levels meet company standards.

• Oversee the procurement and management of contracts for maintenance services, repairs, and facility upgrades.

• Develop and manage multi-million facilities and maintenance budget, including tracking expenditures, forecasting needs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

• Analyze maintenance and operational costs to drive efficiencies and support financial goals.

• Plan and coordinate facility improvement projects, renovations, and expansions.

• Work with internal stakeholders, architects, and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards.

• Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures to address facility-related incidents and emergencies.

• Lead the response to urgent maintenance issues and ensure prompt resolution.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, service requests, and facility conditions.

• Prepare and present reports on facilities performance, maintenance issues, and project status to senior management.

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of facilities and maintenance professionals, including technicians and support staff.

• Provide training, guidance, and performance evaluations to ensure high levels of team effectiveness and productivity.

SUPERVISION:

• Project Managers and Project Coordinator

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: The incumbent is required to interact with all employees at all levels of responsibility throughout the company.

• External: The incumbent is required to interact with customers and other service providers including General Contractors and all construction suppliers (i.e., fixtures/equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, signage, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may on occasion be loud.

• Working in refrigerated and freezer area in which temperatures may range from -10 degrees Fahrenheit to 36 degrees Fahrenheit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, with a focus on retail environments.

• Proven experience in managing maintenance teams, vendor relationships, and facility operations.

• Strong understanding of building systems, safety regulations, and maintenance best practices.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

• Proficiency in facilities management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to Travel including overnights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary. Up to 75%

Certifications/Training

• A relevant certification (e.g., CFM, FMP) is a plus.

Licenses

• N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting multi-site retail or grocery environments, preferably with refrigerated or food-safe facilities.

• Demonstrated success managing large-scale capital projects, including new store openings, remodels, and refresh programs.

• Experience with sustainability initiatives such as energy management, emissions reduction, or ESG compliance programs.

• Strong financial acumen with experience building long-range capital plans and lifecycle asset management strategies.

• Experience implementing or optimizing CMMS or facilities management platforms (e.g., ServiceChannel) to drive performance and reporting.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time.

This role will also receive an annual incentive plan bonus and long-term incentive.​

​Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

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