Job Title: Director of Facilities

Salary: $120,000 - $135,000

Location: Chicago, Illinois

We’re looking for an experienced Director of Facilities to oversee operations for a rapidly growing quick service restaurant chain with 50+ locations.

This leadership role is responsible for all aspects of facilities management—including equipment maintenance, vendor and team oversight, regulatory compliance, and driving cost-effective, high-performing operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise, multi-unit experience, and a track record of optimizing efficiency and safety across diverse locations.

Our client is a major franchisee in the QSR space, operating hundreds of locations across multiple brands in more than 20 states—and continuing to expand.

Responsibilities:

• Lead facilities operations for 50+ quick service restaurant locations, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee all aspects of equipment maintenance, repair programs, and capital improvements across a multi-state portfolio.
• Manage and mentor a team of technicians and vendors, fostering a high-performance, hands-on work culture.
• Drive cost-effective strategies that reduce downtime, control expenses, and support long-term business growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5+ years of progressive facilities leadership in restaurant, hospitality, or retail environments.
• Deep knowledge of restaurant equipment maintenance and building systems (HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing).
• Proven track record managing 20+ field technicians across 50+ geographically dispersed locations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with proficiency in facilities software and Microsoft Office; ability to travel regularly.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Nas at COREcruitment dot com

Due to the volume of application, we may not be able to provide feedback to all applicants.

If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Nevertheless, feel free to reach out!