Hands-On Commercial Kitchen Technician

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Kitchen Technician to perform routine maintenance, inspections and repairs on commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, fryers, stoves, refrigeration units and dishwashers.

You will diagnose issues, install and calibrate new equipment, carry out preventative maintenance, optimize system performance for energy efficiency, ensure safety compliance, document activities and collaborate closely with kitchen staff to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or training in kitchen equipment maintenance, HVAC, or related field is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Kitchen Technician or similar maintenance role.
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen systems and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections, maintenance and repairs on kitchen equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and plumbing issues.
• Install new equipment and calibrate systems per manufacturer specs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Optimize equipment performance for energy and water efficiency.
• Ensure safety compliance with regulations and guidelines.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Document repairs, installations and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to resolve operational issues.
• Provide high-quality customer service to kitchen team.
• Promote sustainable practices in cleaning and operations.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Time Management

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

HVAC Certification/Training (plus)

Job description

AccorHotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Kitchen Technician to perform routine maintenance, inspections and repairs on commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, fryers, stoves, refrigeration units and dishwashers.

You will diagnose issues, install and calibrate new equipment, carry out preventative maintenance, optimize system performance for energy efficiency, ensure safety compliance, document activities and collaborate closely with kitchen staff to minimize downtime.