Kitchen Technician

Job Purpose

Ensure the preventive maintenance, repair and optimal operation of all commercial kitchen equipment, while minimising breakdowns and disruption to hotel operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on commercial kitchen equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, gas and refrigeration-related faults.
• Maintain equipment such as ovens, cooking ranges, fryers, refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, dishwashers, mixers and food warmers.
• Carry out regular inspections, cleaning, lubrication and replacement of defective parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report recurring or critical issues.
• Monitor cooking gas consumption and ensure stock availability.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hotel operating standards.
• Work closely with the Engineering, Culinary and Stewarding teams.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Engineering Supervisor.