Job Title: Restaurant Maintenance Senior Manager / Head
Company: People Combine Hospitality LLP
Department: Facilities & Maintenance
Reports To: Operations Head
Location: Hyderabad Base - Suryapet & Chityala
Job Summary
The Restaurant Maintenance Senior Manager / Head is responsible for overseeing the upkeep, repair, and preventive maintenance of all restaurant infrastructure, kitchen equipment, and facility systems across Hyderabad and Telangana region. This role ensures all outlets operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with health, safety, and statutory regulations, while managing a team of maintenance staff and vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment (ovens, refrigeration, exhaust systems, dishwashers, etc.), HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general facility infrastructure
- Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team, including in-house technicians and third-party contractors
- Conduct regular facility audits and inspections to identify and address maintenance risks before they cause downtime
- Manage emergency repairs and breakdowns with minimal disruption to restaurant operations, ensuring rapid response times
- Oversee compliance with fire safety, food safety (FSSAI), electrical, and building codes/regulations
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships — sourcing, negotiating contracts, and evaluating performance for AMC (annual maintenance contracts), spare parts, and specialized repairs
- Prepare and manage the maintenance budget, tracking costs against forecasts and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs, equipment warranties, service history, and compliance certificates
- Coordinate with restaurant managers and kitchen staff to minimize operational disruption during maintenance work
- Plan and execute renovation, refurbishment, or new outlet setup projects as needed
- Ensure availability of critical spare parts and equipment to reduce equipment downtime
- Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across outlets
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree/diploma in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- Prior experience in the restaurant, hospitality, or QSR industry strongly preferred
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in maintenance management, with at least 3–5 years in a senior/leadership role
- Strong technical knowledge of kitchen equipment, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Proven experience managing multi-site maintenance operations.
- Familiarity with statutory compliance requirements (fire safety, FSSAI, electrical codes, etc.)
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Vendor negotiation and contract management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Problem-solving and ability to work under pressure during emergencies
- Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination
- Proficiency with maintenance management software/CMMS (preferred)
- Willingness to travel between outlets and be available for emergency call-outs
Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
