Kitchen Equipment Technician

Duties & Responsibilities of Kitchen Equipment Technician

1. Operation & Maintenance of Kitchen Equipment

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of all kitchen appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, ovens, dishwashers, washing machines, and dryers.
• Ensure proper functioning of control panels, thermostats, timers, and safety devices.
• Clean and maintain appliances to ensure hygiene and efficiency.

2. Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose faults in electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems of kitchen equipment.
• Repair or replace defective parts such as compressors, heating elements, motors, belts, valves, and sensors.
• Perform testing and calibration to ensure optimal operation and compliance with manufacturer standards.

3. Installation & Commissioning

• Install new kitchen appliances, ensuring proper alignment, connection, and calibration.
• Conduct pre-commissioning checks and ensure safety compliance before putting equipment into operation.

4. Preventive Maintenance

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance for all kitchen equipment to minimize downtime.
• Inspect and service components such as filters, drains, cooling systems, and electrical connections.
• Maintain logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and performance data.

5. Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while servicing appliances.
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations, company HSE standards, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Report unsafe equipment conditions, gas leaks, or electrical hazards immediately.

6. Coordination & Support

• Work closely with FM Supervisors, Facility Engineers, and other technical teams for integrated maintenance tasks.
• Assist in client site inspections and respond promptly to service requests or complaints.
• Support training of junior technicians or assistants in handling kitchen equipment safely.

7. Material & Tool Management

• Maintain and organize tools, spare parts, and consumables used for kitchen equipment maintenance.
• Request replacement parts and ensure proper storage of sensitive components.

8. Documentation & Reporting

• Record all maintenance, repairs, and replacements in service logs.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for FM Supervisors or Engineers.
• Maintain accurate records of warranty-covered repairs and consumable usage.

9. Emergency & On-Call Support

• Respond to urgent breakdowns of critical kitchen equipment to minimize disruption.
• Provide after-hours or on-call support as per FM schedules.
• Ensure rapid restoration of essential equipment in kitchens, laundries, and other facilities.

Job Type: Full-time