Facilities Manager, Corporate Restaurants

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada's leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey's, St.Hubert, Montana's, Olive Garden Canada,  Bier Markt, East Side Mario's, The Landing Restaurant Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe's, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger's Priest, Blanco Cantina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn't the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring our corporate restaurants are safe, efficient, and well maintained. You will lead all aspects of facilities management—from preventative maintenance programs and capital projects to vendor management and compliance. Crucially, you will also help develop and execute our corporate sustainability strategy, helping us reduce our environmental footprint and build a more resilient business.

We're looking for highly organized, detail-oriented, and has a strong background in facility operations within a multi-site environment.

What you will do in this Role:

• Portfolio Oversight: Oversee and manage all maintenance and repair activities (both reactive and preventative) for multiple restaurant locations across the region.

• Vendor & Contractor Management: Source, negotiate with, and manage a network of third-party vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective work.

• Project Management: Lead small to medium-scale capital projects, including equipment replacements, renovations, and facility upgrades, from conception through to completion, ensuring projects are on time and on budget.

• Budget & Asset Management: Develop and manage the annual facilities maintenance budget, track expenditures, and oversee the lifecycle management of key assets (HVAC, refrigeration, cooking equipment, etc.).

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all locations comply with relevant building codes, fire codes, health and safety regulations, and AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) standards.

• Communication: Serve as a reliable and professional liaison between restaurant operations, corporate management, and external service providers.

  • Emergency response: Respond to and coordinate with the appropriate parties during emergency situations affecting restaurant operations, such as equipment failure or natural disaster.

  • Team management: Responsible to manage and lead a team of 2 direct reports, including a Specialist, Facilities and Maintenance, and Facilities Specialist, Corporate Restaurants

What We Are Looking From You:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in multi-site facilities management, preferably within the restaurant, retail, or hospitality industry.

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Demonstrable experience developing and managing operational and capital budgets.

• Proven track record in project management, from planning and execution to final delivery.

• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems.

• A genuine passion for and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing sustainability initiatives.

• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.

• Valid G-class driver's license and willingness to travel to restaurant locations as required.

Good to have:

• Professional designation such as FMP (Facility Management Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional), or LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

• Experience with energy management systems and utility data analysis.

• Bilingualism (English/French) is a strong asset

What's in it for you?

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment
• You'd be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters
• You'd be a part of Canada's largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation
• 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands
• A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada's most iconic restaurant brands
• Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact