Position Responsibilities
The Regional Facilities & Program Manager oversees facilities operations, maintenance, equipment reliability, and regional program execution across multiple countries. This role ensures that all facilities meet global quality, safety, and brand standards while supporting consistent production, freshness, and cutlet operational excellence. The manager partners with cross-functional teams—including Retail Operations, Products, QAQC, ESG and Supply Chain—to deliver high performing, safe, and efficient facilities across the region.
Facilities Operations & Maintenance
Oversee day-to-day facility operations for regional facilities provisions, equipment, warehouses and outlets across all regions.
Ensure high reliability of critical coffee production and brewing infrastructure including coffee machines, grinders, brewing systems, chillers, refrigeration units, boilers, piping and water filtration system.
Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs that minimize downtime and support consistent operational flow and product quality.
Respond to urgent facility or equipment issues, coordinating rapid resolution to protect product integrity and minimize operational disruption.
Manage facility service providers: HVAC, refrigeration, coffee equipment specialists, grease trap services, water filtration system etc.
Capital Planning & Financial Management
Develop annual regional OPEX and CAPEX budgets, including equipment upgrades, facility modernization, and infrastructure improvements.
Create business cases for equipment replacement (e.g., coffee machine, chillers, water boiler and facility enhancements.
Oversee regional vendor selection, contract negotiation, and financial management of facility-related spending.
Negotiate regional service contracts for cleaning & servicing, repair & replacement and specialized equipment servicing.
Ensure quality control and adherence to agreed-upon service levels with all regional vendors.
Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration
Provide leadership, training, and technical support to country’s facilities teams including technical knowledge transfer.
Collaborate with Products, Supply Chain, Retail Operations, IT, Sustainability teams to align facility operations with business goals.
Build a culture of safety, operational excellence, and proactive asset care.
Safety, Risk Management & Business Continuity
Conduct facility risk assessments and implement corrective actions to ensure safe working environments in outlet settings, compliance with food safety regulations, local health codes, and environmental guidelines.
Maintain emergency preparedness and business continuity plans for production downtime, facility failures, or power outages.
Ensure compliance with EHS standards, including OSHA, environmental regulations, and corporate sustainability requirements.
Ensure all kitchen and operational equipment is regularly maintained, serviced, and repaired to minimize downtime across all regions
Track inventory of equipment and furnishings, ensuring that all equipment complies with safety standards and F&B industry requirements.
Recommend and oversee the regional purchase of new equipment to improve efficiency and enhance service.
Sustainability & Environmental Impact:
Implement sustainability initiatives, focusing on reducing the environmental footprint of the F&B operations (waste management, energy conservation, and water usage).
Ensure that waste disposal practices comply with regulatory standards and promote recycling and environmentally friendly practices.
Explore opportunities for green certifications and sustainable practices to enhance the business’s environmental profile.
Emergency Response & Crisis Management:
Develop and enforce emergency response protocols, ensuring a swift and effective approach in case of accidents, fires, floods, or other emergencies.
Ensure the facility is equipped with all necessary safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and emergency signage.
Lead emergency preparedness drills and coordinate with local authorities and emergency response teams.
Customer Experience & Staff Support:
Ensure that the facilities provide a comfortable, clean, and welcoming environment for customers, while also supporting efficient operations for staff.
Resolve facility-related issues that impact guest experience or operational efficiency, including temperature control, seating, and cleanliness.
Provide support to F&B staff with regard to equipment issues, space utilization, and operational concerns.