Manager Facilities
Role Summary
As the Manager Facilities at Swadesh, you will be responsible for the end-to-end supervision of all infrastructure support functions including housekeeping, technical maintenance (MST), valet services, and packing operations. You will ensure that the physical store environment remains clean, safe, functional, and guest-ready at all timesaligning with Swadeshs high standards of hospitality and luxury retail experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Team & Workflow Management
Supervise third-party staff including housekeeping, maintenance technicians, packers, and valet teams.
Allocate daily responsibilities and ensure seamless execution of workflows across store zonessales floor, back office, restrooms, stockroom, and parking.
Ensure each team functions within SOPs, with timely task execution, grooming, and service alignment.
- Cleanliness & Hygiene Oversight
Monitor regular cleaning, sanitation, and waste disposal operations.
Ensure all customer-facing and staff areas (e.g., restrooms, trial rooms, glass displays, entryways) are always clean and maintained.
Plan and execute deep cleaning routines during non-peak hours.
- Preventive & Reactive Maintenance
Oversee routine maintenance checks and preventive servicing of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lighting, furniture, and fixtures.
Coordinate quick resolution of urgent repair needs and ensure timely reporting/escalation of major issues.
Maintain records of repairs, inspections, and AMC/vendor interventions.
- Inventory & Supplies Control
Monitor usage and replenishment of cleaning materials, tools, safety gear, and packaging consumables.
Raise requisitions for stock in coordination with procurement; avoid overuse or shortages.
- Event & Peak Period Readiness
Prepare the store for special events, exhibitions, or high-footfall days with advance cleaning, valet optimization, and aesthetic readiness.
Coordinate with VM and Events teams for set-up, movement, and post-event clean-up.
- Safety, Compliance & Customer Comfort
Ensure adherence to safety standardsPPE usage, chemical handling, fire safety, and spill prevention.
Keep aisles, exits, and parking zones hazard-free and guest-ready.
Monitor valet operations for safety, efficiency, and service etiquette.
- Documentation & Reporting
Maintain daily logs of cleaning, maintenance checks, valet operations, and packing support.
Prepare weekly reports on staffing, attendance, issue resolutions, and escalations.
Track vendor SLAs, billing accuracy, and staff performance audits.
Functional Expertise
Housekeeping standards & SOPs
General maintenance & AMC coordination
Stock & packaging workflow familiarity
Valet logistics and customer service
Vendor coordination and performance tracking
Health, hygiene & safety compliance
Behavioral Competencies
Proactive Ownership & Problem Solving
Team Supervision & Multitasking
Communication & Conflict Resolution
Process Orientation with Attention to Detail
Customer-Centric Operational Thinking
Agility under Pressure
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate in Hospitality
58 years of experience managing facility services in luxury retail, hospitality, or premium commercial environments.
Familiarity with safety protocols, maintenance standards, and housekeeping benchmarks.
Proven ability to manage third-party vendors and supervise cross-functional support staff.