• Director of Facilities - Berkeley Culinary

    Whitsons Culinary Group (Berkeley, IL)


    Director of Facilities - Berkeley Culinary

     

    Berkely, IL, USA

     

    Requisition Number

     

    15565

     

    Location

     

    Berkely Il

    Job Description

    SUMMARY

    The Director of Facilities & Maintenance is responsible for the strategic planning, organization, and direction of all maintenance, repair, and facility operations across multiple Culinary Center locations in three states. This role provides centralized leadership for building systems, equipment maintenance, capital improvements, and new construction projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operations.

     

    The Director partners closely with Operations, Culinary, Safety, Quality, Finance, and Corporate leadership to standardize maintenance programs, drive preventive maintenance excellence, and ensure zero downtime across all sites.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES

    Strategic Facilities Leadership & Oversight

     

    + Provide multi-site leadership for maintenance, facilities, grounds, and custodial operations

    + Develop and execute standardized maintenance strategies, policies, and procedures

    + Establish annual objectives, performance metrics, and capital priorities

    + Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and preventive maintenance excellence

     

    Maintenance Operations & Asset Management

     

    + Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for building systems and equipment

    + Coordinate maintenance schedules to support uninterrupted production

    + Inspect construction, repairs, equipment installations, and work orders

    + Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements

     

    Capital Projects & Construction Management

     

    + Direct and manage capital improvement and construction projects

    + Ensure projects are completed within scope, timeline, and budget

    + Review inspection reports and contractor payment requests

    + Partner with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance

     

    Financial Management & Resource Planning

     

    + Prepare and manage annual maintenance and facilities budgets

    + Monitor expenditures and fund balances

    + Evaluate staffing models and service contracts

    + Research and recommend vendors and service agreements

     

    Workforce Leadership & Development

     

    + Lead, coach, and develop site-based maintenance leaders

    + Conduct interviews, evaluations, and performance coaching

    + Recommend hiring, promotions, and terminations

    + Support cross-training and skill development

     

    Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

     

    + Develop emergency response and business continuity plans

    + Ensure OSHA, food safety, and environmental compliance

    + Participate in audits and regulatory inspections

    + Serve as a facilities compliance subject matter expert

     

    Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting

     

    + Partner with Operations, Culinary, Quality, Safety, HR, and Finance

    + Present performance metrics and capital plans to leadership

    + Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars

     

    Continuous Improvement & Special Projects

     

    + Identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve reliability

    + Lead energy management and sustainability initiatives

    + Perform other duties as assigned

    GOAL

    + Proactively maintain all facilities, equipment, and building systems

    + Ensure ZERO downtime and consistent operational reliability

    OBJECTIVE

    + Develop and implement a standardized maintenance program

    + Maintain critical spare parts inventories

    + Develop emergency response and continuity plans

    + Cross-train maintenance personnel

    + Identify services for outsourcing versus in-house execution

     

    Salary Range: $140-$150K

    Requirements

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

    Education

    + Associate degree required

    + Bachelor’s degree preferred

     

    Certifications

     

    + HACCP certification

    + ServSafe certification

    + Food Safety certification

    Experience

    + Minimum of 10 years of facilities or maintenance management experience

    + Multi-site or regional oversight experience

    + Strong knowledge of building systems and regulatory compliance

     

    Technical & Professional Competencies

     

    + Facilities & Asset Management

    + Capital Project Management

    + Budgeting & Financial Oversight

    + Regulatory Compliance

    + Leadership & Team Development

    WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER DETAILS

    Physical Demands of the Job

     

    + Standing, walking, sitting, talking, and hearing

    + Use of hands to operate tools and equipment

    + Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

    + Extended hours, evenings, weekends, and travel

     

    Work Environment

     

    + Manufacturing and warehouse environments

    + Exposure to machinery, freezers, and temperature extremes

    + Moderate to loud noise levels

     

    The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change. Employee’s signature below constitutes an employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

     

    Work Schedule

    Salaried Position

    Supervisor

     

    Paul Burnup

     

    Salary Target

     

    Salary Range: $140k-