About Schwartz Brothers Restaurants
Schwartz Brothers Restaurants is a locally owned and operated, innovative business with strong community involvement, offering our guests consistent high-quality products and service.
About the role
Schwartz Brothers Restaurants is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Facilities to oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of our restaurant locations and key buildings. This individual will play an important role in keeping our restaurants operating safely, efficiently, and without interruption.
Working closely with General Managers and SBR leadership, the Director of Facilities will oversee preventative maintenance, coordinate repairs and facility improvement projects, manage outside vendors and contractors, and ensure restaurant equipment and building systems are properly maintained.
We are looking for a proactive, solutions-oriented individual who takes ownership, knows how to prioritize, and can identify and address maintenance needs before they become bigger problems.
What you'll do
- Oversee day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and facility operations across all restaurant locations.
- Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for restaurant equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems.
- Respond to and prioritize maintenance requests, troubleshooting issues and coordinating timely repairs.
- Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs as needed, while overseeing outside contractors and service providers.
- Manage vendor relationships, service agreements, bids, and maintenance contracts.
- Evaluate equipment repair versus replacement needs and make cost-effective recommendations.
- Coordinate restaurant renovations, facility upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
- Work with General Managers to identify facility needs and ensure restaurants remain safe, clean, and fully operational.
- Manage maintenance budgets, monitor expenses, and partner with SBR leadership on capital planning.
- Ensure required inspections, servicing, and facility-related safety requirements are maintained.
Qualifications
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, or a related field.
- Restaurant, hospitality, or commercial food service experience strongly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems.
- Experience managing vendors, contractors, preventative maintenance programs, and facility projects.
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of restaurant leadership.
- Valid Washington State driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Schedule & Working Conditions
- Full-time position, typically 40–50 hours per week depending on operational needs and projects.
- Flexible schedule required, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Regular travel between restaurant locations required.
- Must be comfortable working in restaurant kitchens, mechanical areas, and other operational environments.
Why Schwartz Brothers Restaurants?
Join a locally established restaurant group with a long history in the Seattle area. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our operations, work alongside an experienced leadership team, and help maintain the restaurants our guests know and love.
Benefits
- Discounted meals at Daniel's Broiler
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- 401(k) with company match
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Voluntary benefits such as LTD and commuting benefits
- Opportunity for growth and development
- Length of Service bonuses
- Free Employee Assistance Program with access to personal and financial resources, emotional support, and legal guidance