Company Overview We are a vibrant, family-owned waterfront restaurant and bar known for serving high-end, fine food in a relaxed, semi-casual setting. With over two decades of passionate service and a dedicated team of long-term employees, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining a fun, witty, and lively atmosphere. Compensation & Schedule

• Pay range: $30.00 to $45.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Monthly vehicle reimbursement provided.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

• After-hours, weekend, and emergency response may be required.

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Commercial Restaurant Maintenance Specialist to oversee the maintenance, repair, and improvement of our restaurant facility, commercial kitchen equipment, and building systems. This position requires a highly skilled commercial maintenance professional capable of maintaining all aspects of a busy restaurant operation, including both facility infrastructure and commercial kitchen equipment. Residential, apartment, multi-family, and property maintenance experience alone does not qualify for this position. Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial facilities maintenance experience required.
• 10+ years of commercial restaurant, hospitality, food service, or commercial facilities maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Experience servicing commercial natural gas fryers, stoves, ovens, and grills.
• Strong plumbing and electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Basic construction techniques like tile, acoustical ceiling, drywall, paint, trim, etc.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, solve complex problems, and delegate simple tasks. Preferred Experience
• HVAC troubleshooting and repair; commercial refrigeration systems; walk-in cooler and freezer maintenance.
• Preventive maintenance programs.
• Kitchen exhaust systems.
• Framing and light construction projects.
• Drywall installation, finishing, and repair.
• Interior and exterior painting.
• Facility improvement projects; flooring repairs; doors, hardware, and finish carpentry.
• Commercial building systems maintenance; project planning and execution. Key Responsibilities
• Maintain the overall condition, appearance, functionality, and safety of the restaurant facility.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial restaurant and bar equipment and facility systems.
• Service commercial natural gas cooking equipment.
• Perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, framing, and general building repairs.
• Perform facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects throughout the property.
• Maintain all restaurant facilities, including dining rooms, kitchens, bars, restrooms, storage areas, exterior spaces, mechanical systems, and back-of-house operations.
• Identify, recommend, and execute facility improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, appearance, and guest experience.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections, maintain records, coordinate vendors, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Required Skills
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Ability to delegate simple tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety. Transportation & Vehicle Requirements
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and live within a reasonable driving distance of the restaurant.
• Responsible for obtaining parts and materials from local vendors as needed, including drywall, plywood, lumber, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, and replacement equipment parts.
• Monthly vehicle reimbursement provided. Physical Demands
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull tools, equipment, parts, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regular bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, working indoors and outdoors, and responding to emergency maintenance situations. Benefits
• Employee-sponsored health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
• Monthly vehicle reimbursement.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Stable year-round employment.
• Opportunity for wage growth based on performance, experience, and certifications.

Important Applicant Notice This position combines commercial kitchen equipment maintenance with hands-on facility maintenance and improvement projects. Candidates should be comfortable performing drywall work, framing, painting, carpentry, fixture installation, and general construction-related projects in addition to troubleshooting commercial restaurant equipment. If you consider yourself a handyman or general maintenance worker, this is not the right position for you. Candidates whose experience is primarily residential maintenance, apartment maintenance, property maintenance, or general handyman services will not meet the qualifications for this position.

Pay:

$30.00 - $4,500.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Vision insurance

Experience:

Commercial Maintenance:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person