Kitchen Technician

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial Kitchen & Laundry equipment, and ancillary systems
• Good understanding of Electrical & Mechanical Code (both local, IEEE and ASME) & an ability to Read and follow blueprints / schematics
• Extensive Hands-on Kitchen & Laundry Equipment maintenance experience, inclusive use of relevant Trade Tools, equipment & instrumentation
• Proven experience leading a multi-disciplined technical team
• Strong customer focus/perspective and relationship skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Perform repair and maintenance duties on a wide range of variety of kitchen and refrigeration equipment such as walk in freezers ,dish washer , Combi oven , machines tilting boilers and pan, Laundry steam boiler and equipment s
• Ability to perform the work up to the standard of food safety measures.
• Need to have good knowledge of fault finding and rectification in equipment electronic control boards.
• Handling the smooth operation of all the Mechanical systems in the building to ensure superior guest service and product quality
• Conduct daily walk-throughs to visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the Kitchen & Laundry equipment
• To provide hands on support of work assignments to ensure that work is completed in a timely manner and within specifications
• Effectively organize, train, and assign tasks to and follow-up with Kitchen & Laundry Technicians, to ensure maximum productivity
• To execute all preventive maintenance duties as outlined in the Preventative Maintenance Program and follow and enforce procedures that ensure the security of inventory such as tools, supplies, equipment etc
• To replenish Kitchen & Laundry supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimize waste; and make sure equipment is prepared and operational for the following day's work.
• Adhere to all company required purchasing policies and controls to stay within budget guidelines, as assigned.
• Follow prescribed safety procedures and emergency plans for personnel and equipment by the company and according to local laws and regulations.
• Participate in effective energy management programs and efficient use of equipment and utilities in the hotel.
• In the absence of Kitchen & Laundry Supervisor, conduct a daily briefing with Kitchen & Laundry section team members on current key activities.
• Anticipate and respond to guest issues and establish proactive processes to promote guest satisfaction.
• Liaise with 3rd party vendors/contractors, as assigned
• Maintaining a safe and hygienic work environment & Performing related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Ensuring all Team associates has the proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with Team associates.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with associates in order to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations and recognize performance.
• Carry out senior Engineering Leadership instructions or other designated person of authority.