Kitchen Equipment Technician: Maintenance & Repairs

Accor Hotels; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Hotels in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks a detail-oriented Kitchen Technician to ensure all kitchen equipment runs smoothly and safely. You will work with kitchen staff and management to maintain a compliant, productive food service environment, with focus on preventive maintenance and timely repairs.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems, plus hands-on troubleshooting and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen equipment maintenance or related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Relevant technical certifications (HVAC, electrical, appliance repair) preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and preventive inspections on kitchen equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues with precision.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and repair requests to minimize downtime.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status for compliance.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety, health, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to communicate maintenance schedules and minimize disruption.
• Monitor refrigeration, ventilation, and other critical systems and assist in installations and commissioning.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance supplies.

Skills

Kitchen maintenance

MEP systems

Troubleshooting

Safety & compliance

Documentation

Job description

Accor Hotels in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks a detail-oriented Kitchen Technician to ensure all kitchen equipment runs smoothly and safely. You will work with kitchen staff and management to maintain a compliant, productive food service environment, with focus on preventive maintenance and timely repairs.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems, plus hands-on troubleshooting and excellent problem-solving abilities.