Kitchen Technician

Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites in Dubai is seeking a Kitchen Technician to install, maintain, and repair commercial food service equipment across our kitchens. You will diagnose electrical, plumbing, mechanical and gas system faults, and perform routine servicing on ovens, grills, fryers, dishwashers to keep operations running smoothly.

Join a team focused on food safety, efficiency, and reliability, with responsibilities spanning inspection of refrigeration walk-ins, ventilation hoods, and

Qualifications

• Technical certifications (HVAC/EPA) and gas safety knowledge.
• Ability to read technical schematics and blueprints.
• Shift flexibility to cover evenings, weekends or overtime.
• Experience maintaining commercial kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance: servicing ovens, grills, fryers, and dishwashers.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: diagnose faults in electrical, mechanical and gas systems.
• System Monitoring: inspect refrigeration walk‑ins, and ventilation hoods.
• Component Replacement: swap defective heating elements, thermostats, and gaskets.
• Safety Compliance: ensure machinery meets local health, safety, and gas codes.
• Emergency Response: fix urgent equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

Technical expertise

HVAC/EPA knowledge

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

EPA Universal refrigeration certification

Tools

Multimeter

Welding gear

Job description

Job Description:

Job Location:

Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai

At Oaks, we’ve got over 55 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and beyond — and we’re always ready to be explored, experienced, or turned into something unexpected. You’ll find us right where the action is: vibrant teams, a workplace culture that doesn’t take itself too seriously, and real room to grow.

Whether it’s a city stopover or a beachside resort, every Oaks property runs on the energy of people who genuinely enjoy what they do. If you want to work somewhere with personality, purpose, and the kind of team that ends up in the same group chat — there’s an Oaks with your name on it.

A Kitchen Technician is a specialized mechanic who installs, maintains, and repairs commercial food service equipment. They work in fast-paced environments like hotels, restaurants, and hospitals to prevent equipment downtime and ensure food safety compliance.

Core Summary Points

Role: Technical expert focused on commercial cooking, refrigeration, and ware washing equipment.

Core Task: Diagnose electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas system malfunctions.

Impact: Prevents operational shutdowns by performing emergency repairs and routine maintenance.

Key Requirements: Technical certifications (like HVAC/EPA for refrigeration), gas safety knowledge, and shift flexibility.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine servicing on ovens, grills, fryers, and dishwashers.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and gas faults in kitchen appliances.
• System Monitoring: Inspect refrigeration systems, walk-in coolers, and ventilation hoods.
• Component Replacement: Replace defective parts like heating elements, thermostats, and gaskets.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all machinery meets local health, safety, and gas codes.
• Emergency Response: Fix urgent equipment breakdowns to minimize kitchen downtime.

Key Skills And Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and gas systems.
• Refrigeration Certification: EPA Universal certification (or local equivalent) for handling coolants.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to use specialized hand tools, multimeters, and welding gear.
• Physical Stamina: Capabilities to lift heavy machinery and work in hot, cramped spaces.
• Problem Solving: Ability to read technical schematics and blueprints quickly