Kitchen Technician

FIVE Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FIVE Hotels & Resorts in Dubai is seeking a Tradesman (Kitchen Technician) to maintain and repair kitchen and laundry equipment, ensuring peak performance across our luxury destinations.

With 2–4 years of UAE experience in a luxury hotel or healthcare setting, you will handle refrigeration, kitchen and laundry equipment maintenance and proactive problem-solving to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role in a luxury hotel or healthcare environment in the UAE.
• Extensive knowledge of refrigeration systems, kitchen equipment maintenance and laundry equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work autonomously and sustain high physical stamina in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs all kitchen and laundry equipment with exquisite craftsmanship.
• Upholds preventive maintenance and shift readings programmes.
• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs kitchen equipment with meticulous attention to detail.
• Identifies issues, develops efficient solutions and minimizes downtime in the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen equipment maintenance

Refrigeration systems

Laundry equipment maintenance

Heavy lifting stamina

Job description

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Engineering Team as a Tradesman (Kitchen Technician) will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

Compensation

• A fixed monthly salary of AED 2,300 offered as part of this exciting career opportunity.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role in a Luxury Hotel or Healthcare environment in the UAE.
• Extensive Knowledge and Experience in Refrigeration Systems, Kitchen Equipment Maintenance and Laundry Equipment Maintenance.
• Exceptional Physical Stamina and Endurance to effortlessly handle heavy lifting and Thrive during extended periods of standing and walking.
• Strong Ability to Work Autonomously, taking proactive initiative to Resolve technical issues with Unparalleled efficiency and effectiveness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with FIVE Tribe Members, and stakeholders.
• A Proactive Nature, coupled with a meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of the Operation is curated to perfection.
• ‘FIVE-Styled’ Visionary thinking by finding creative solutions, while taking Ownership for all duties and tasks assigned.
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs all kitchen and laundry equipment with Exquisite craftsmanship, ensuring Optimal functionality and longevity.
• Upholds the Preventive Maintenance and shift readings programmes meticulously, guaranteeing the Peak Performance of kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Exhibits meticulous Attention To Detail when inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing kitchen equipment, ensuring sensational Results.
• Employs strong Problem-Solving skills to identify issues, develop efficient solutions, and minimise Downtime in the kitchen, embodying the ‘FIVE-Star’ approach.
• Evaluates equipment usage and Energy Efficiency, taking appropriate measures to Optimise performance and Minimise energy consumption with Remarkable enthusiasm.
• Manages and updates all kitchen and laundry shop drawings, ensuring their Accuracy and reflecting any necessary Modifications.
• Maintains the equipment catalogue and tagging directories, keeping them up to date and organised for Easy accessibility and reference.
• Completes necessary paperwork, work orders, and documentation Promptly and Accurately, reflecting FIVE’s commitment to Excellence.
Updates a Comprehensive daily log book, documenting any encountered problems, their corresponding solutions, and relevant activities with Meticulous detail.
• Actively participates in regular Departmental Meetings, contributing valuable Feedback and offering insightful Suggestions for continuous improvement as a valued member of our FIVE Tribe.
• Maintains comprehensive Health and Safety documentation and records specific to the assigned area, ensuring Compliance with regulatory requirements while elevating FIVE’s Safety Standards to New Heights.
• Meticulously upholds Environmentally Friendly practices when handling chemicals and refrigerants, promoting Sustainable and Responsible methods in line with FIVE’s Sustainable Indulgence ethos.
• Responds promptly and proactively to all Work Requests that pertain to Health and Safety concerns, swiftly addressing any potential Risks or Hazards.
• Identifies and promptly reports potential Safety Hazards, prioritising the well-being and security of fellow ‘FIVERs’ and other stakeholders.
• Participates as directed in the Emergency Response Team, swiftly and confidently acting in Critical Situations to ensure the Safety and Security of all occupants.
• Stays informed about Disruptive Advancements in kitchen equipment and technology through ongoing training and professional development, embodying the Visionary spirit of FIVE.
• Executes all work orders with Due Diligence, leaving no detail untouched in our quest for Next-Level service delivery.
• Carries out tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer, efficiently and effectively completing them within designated timelines, contributing to the ‘Vibe at FIVE’ with Passion and Dedication.

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE curates world-class Entertainment and Luxury Living while Championing Environmental Stewardship. Driven by its core millennial base, FIVE has aligned to lead the way in ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ trailblazing next-level, high-energy Experiences within an Environmentally and Socially Responsible Framework.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 80 nationalities across its over 2000 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE does not discriminate and is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Ranked regularly in the Top 10 on the Great Workplaces in the UAE list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations in the Middle East and Europe are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, offering boundary-breaking Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.