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Facilities Manager, East Coast

Kura Sushi | CA
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2025

Kura Sushi USA is a publicly traded U.S. company established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. We are an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant chain serving up the ultimate eater-tainment dining experience with a combination of premium ingredients, advanced technology, and affordable prices to create a one-of-a-kind revolving sushi dining experience.

Come join the Kura Krew!

We have and exciting opportunity for a Facilities Manager - east coast to join our growing team.  The selected candidate must reside on the east coast to support east coast locations.  As the Facilities Manager - east coast, you will be responsible for  managing

the daily work orders, repairs, and replacement s in a timely manner. The responsibilities include but not limited to making occasional “hands-on” store

level repairs as deemed necessary by Supervisor . The position

requires travel

by car, public transportation, and / or plane on a weekly basis depending on each situation. The position collaborates closely with all members of the

Facilities and other departments including S tore Operations management team to achieve r educing overall R&M, replacement costs , and

downtime.

This role is a remote role with weekly travel.  Travel is expected to be 50% in support of east coast restaurants.  The selected candidate must reside in one of the cities below with close proximity to major airports. :

  • New York - near JFK or Newark Liberty

International airports

  • Philadelphia, PA. - near Philadelphia International
  • airport

  • Washington D.C. - near Dulles, Reagan and BWI
  • International airports

  • No. Virginia - near Richmond International airport
  • Charlotte & Raleigh NC - near Raleigh-Durham
  • International airport

  • Atlanta GA - near Hartsfield International
  • airport

  • Chicago, IL - near Chicago O’Hare International
  • airport

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Position requires supervisory
  • responsibilities for both technical and administrative duties, knowledge,

    and skills. 60% or more time is focused on the supervisory

    responsibilities and the remaining time is spent performing various

    maintenance-required tasks and related duties, with minimal oversight and

    using discretion and independent judgment as to prioritizing projects.

  • Maximizes
  • productivity and the life of the equipment by using sound judgement on

    repairing vs replacing equipment.

  • Prioritizes and
  • schedules the maintenance and repairs of all restaurant building

    envelopes, interior décor and finishes, and all cooking equipment.

  • Controls
  • and monitors Inventory.

  • Ensures the adherence of Brand’s safety policies, governing agency
  • codes, regulations and procedures including health department,

    and property management issues are handled with high priority and in

    compliance with all OSHA and city ordinances.

  • Leads, manages, and supports the maintenance
  • and daily repairs for multiple locations and ensures repairs are completed

    in a timely manner and with sense of urgency.

  • Manages, supervises, and oversees vendors
  • and contractors to ensure efficient repairs that are in line with Kura

    standards. Oversees repairs and replacements by contractors and third

    parties on a wide range of restaurant equipment, electrical systems

    HVAC / R, plumbing and building structures to ensure accountability, quality

    of work, schedule adherence, and implements best practices as established

    by Kura USA.

  • Manages, operates, and leads work
  • order system such as EcoTrak.

  • Assists in selecting vendors and
  • contractors.

  • Manages, monitors, and works
  • closely with the Facilities Team, vendors, and Operations teams to develop

    strong relationships.

  • Addresses concerns and maintains
  • consistent follow-up on any outstanding repairs / projects.

  • Responds in a timely manner to
  • emergency work orders, repairs, phone calls and emails.

  • HVAC / R repairs, building and
  • cooking equipment repairs / replacements, plumbing, electrical tile, painting,

    and all other maintenance duties.

  • Develops and manages a daily / weekly
  • work schedule to minimize the impact and down time on equipment and

    restaurant operations.

  • Maintain
  • store furniture and equipment in good working condition (A / C, fridge, freezer,

    fryers hot water units, etc.) to support store operations and facilities

    department.

  • Reads, writes, and interprets
  • manuals, schematics, plans, and specifications related to duties.

  • Reports all irregular issues and
  • repairs to the supervisor and provides expertise and

    recommendations with respect to proposed courses of action and solutions. minor

    and major technical repairs and replacements within directed time frames

    as established. Has ability to exercise discretion and independent

    judgment to prioritize tasks.

  • Knowledge in building codes, safety
  • regulations, maintenance practices and procedures.

  • Services restaurants by analyzing
  • work orders, planning schedule, handling and overseeing repairs and

    following up with managers to resolve issues.

  • Ability
  • to work independently, exercising good judgement and initiative.

  • Utilizes
  • Ecotrak to manage repairs, maintenance expenses and detect areas of opportunity

    within equipment.

  • Assists
  • operations and restaurants by troubleshooting over the phone to diagnose

    repairs.

  • Estimates
  • time and costs of R&M and all restaurant equipment.

  • Inspect
  • and correctly repair standard malfunctions in maintenance and cooking

    equipment.

    ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES :

  • Monitors the work orders, statuses, and repairs through the work order system.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
  • Oral and Written Communication – Speaks, writes clearly and informatively. Able to read and interpret written information. Ability to communicate with all executive and operations teams.
  • Organizes all files, reports, paperwork, and digital documents.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. Completes tasks correctly and on time, supports Company’s goals and values.
  • Adaptability - Change’s approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Attendance / Punctuality - Is at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent and arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Takes ownership of all restaurant maintenance work orders with hands-on repairs and supervision of the same.
  • Judgment - Exhibit’s sound and accurate judgment. Displays willingness to make decisions. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure and treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance and monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Use of al PC and computer programs, Microsoft, word, excel and IOS systems.
  • Document and completing work orders, repairs, and projects with EcoTrak and reports.
  • QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

  • Four-year college
  • degree or equivalent vocational school certification of electrical or equipment.

    Experience can compensate for education.

  • Experience in a multi-unit restaurant
  • or retail environment and at least 3 years of project management experience

    managing multiple projects.

  • 1-3) years minimum restaurant experience (Required)
  • 1-3) years cooking equipment repairs (Required)
  • 3-5) years of maintenance, mechanical and facilities knowledge and skills
  • Ability to supervise, manage, and oversee vendors and third parties.
  • Customer service, administration, computer, and communication skills
  • Computer proficient using Microsoft and work order system programs
  • EPA or HVAC / R license (Preferred)
  • Perform advanced journeymen level trades for repairs and equipment.
  • Operates and use of all hand / power tools, diagnostic and test equipment
  • Bilingual in English / Japanese (Preferred)
  • Valid CA driver license (Good driving record)
  • PAY RANGE : $82,700 - $110,000 / yr. DOE and geography where the selected candidate resides.

    Salary : $82,700 - $110,000

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