Facilities Maintenance Manager

Why Join Pressed Café

At Pressed Café, we believe great food starts with great people—and great spaces to work in. As Facilities Maintenance Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our cafés operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably while supporting our mission to deliver an exceptional guest experience every day.

About the Role

Pressed Café is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Manager to oversee all aspects of facilities planning, maintenance, and operations across multiple café locations, including our central Distribution Center and Business Offices. This role is responsible for ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and equipment are safe, functional, and well-maintained while upholding the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and operational excellence. The Facilities Maintenance Manager will lead proactive maintenance initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and develop strategies to reduce downtime, control costs, and extend asset life cycles. This position requires a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Planning
• Oversee facility operations, maintenance programs, and capital improvement projects across all Pressed Café locations.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules for all major systems (HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, food service equipment, etc.).
• Plan and execute both short- and long-term facility improvement initiatives aligned with operational growth.
• Create and manage annual facilities budgets, including repair, maintenance, and capital expenditures.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
• Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with external service providers (HVAC, janitorial, pest control, landscaping, and repair vendors).
• Ensure all vendors meet Pressed Café’s quality, compliance, and safety standards.
• Oversee and verify completion of work orders and contractor performance.
• Maintenance & Compliance
• Ensure all properties comply with federal, state, and local building codes, safety regulations, and fire standards.
• Lead safety inspections and risk assessments; correct deficiencies promptly.
• Maintain accurate repair logs, inspection records, and equipment certifications (including forklift and OSHA compliance).
• Coordinate building repairs, installations, and remodeling efforts to minimize operational disruptions.
• Operational Support
• Partner with Operations and Café Leadership to support location openings, renovations, and equipment installations.
• Manage response to building or equipment emergencies and oversee resolution.
• Develop and implement facility policies, SOPs, and maintenance best practices to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Train team members and managers on facility-related safety and equipment procedures

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pressed Café is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.