Kitchen Technician

Company Overview

Job Description

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair kitchen equipment and related systems.
• Support ovens, ranges, grills, fryers, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, exhaust systems, food preparation equipment, and other appliances.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and respond to breakdowns and urgent requests.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate maintenance with Food and Beverage and culinary teams to minimize operational disruption.
• Inspect production, storage, service, equipment, and utility areas.
• Check electrical, plumbing, gas, ventilation, drainage, refrigeration, and temperature-control systems.
• Maintain records of inspections, repairs, work orders, equipment history, and replacement requirements.
• Report recurring defects, risks, and replacement needs to the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and technical materials and coordinate with contractors and suppliers.
• Assist with installations, upgrades, replacements, and improvement projects.

Safety and Operations

• Support health, safety, fire, food-safety, hygiene, and environmental compliance.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized after maintenance activities.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and other safe-working practices where applicable.
• Attend team briefings, training sessions, safety meetings, and inspections.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform other reasonable duties assigned by management.

Desired Skills and Expertise

• Technical diploma, vocational qualification, or equivalent experience in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Plumbing, HVAC, or a related field.
• Previous commercial or professional kitchen equipment maintenance experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical, refrigeration, gas, plumbing, ventilation, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read basic technical manuals, equipment specifications, and service instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, fire safety, hygiene, and food safety requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, public holidays, and respond to urgent issues.
• Relevant technical licenses or certifications are advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are advantageous.