Kitchen Technician

ACCOR; Dubai; On-site; AED 84,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCOR in Abu Dhabi is seeking 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 and perform routine maintenance to prevent downtime.

Your strong mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration knowledge, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety will help minimize disruptions and support high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen equipment maintenance, building maintenance, or related technical field.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
• Relevant technical certifications (HVAC, electrical, appliance repair, or equivalent) preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex equipment issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, and commitment to maintaining high safety and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in maintaining detailed maintenance records and documentation.
• Physical capability to perform manual work, including lifting, bending, and working in various positions.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond to urgent repair requests.
• Knowledge of food service industry standards and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and preventive inspections on all kitchen equipment and appliances to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues with precision.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair requests to minimize downtime.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and service history for compliance.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety and health standards and local regulations.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with kitchen staff to minimize impact on operations.
• Monitor refrigeration units, ventilation systems, and other critical kitchen systems.
• Assist in installation, testing, and commissioning of new kitchen equipment.
• Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Stay current with industry best practices and equipment innovations to improve maintenance processes.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Refrigeration systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Safety compliance

Communication with kitchen staff

Education

HVAC certification

Electrical certification

Trade apprenticeship

Tools

Diagnostic tools

HVAC tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

We re looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Kitchen Technician to join our team in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates In this role you ll be ensuring that all equipment runs smoothly and efficiently You ll work collaboratively with kitchen staff and management to maintain a safe compliant and productive food service environment Your technical expertise problem-solving abilities and commitment to excellence will directly impact our operational success and customer satisfaction Perform routine maintenance and preventive inspections on all kitchen equipment and appliances to ensure optimal performance and reliabilityTroubleshoot and diagnose mechanical electrical and refrigeration issues with precision and analytical thinkingRespond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair requests minimizing downtime and operational disruptionsMaintain detailed records of all maintenance activities repairs equipment status and service history for compliance and tracking purposesEnsure all work adheres to safety health and operational standards established by the organization and local regulationsCoordinate effectively with kitchen staff to communicate maintenance schedules and minimize impact on daily operationsMonitor and maintain critical systems including refrigeration units ventilation systems and food service equipmentAssist in the installation testing and commissioning of new kitchen equipmentManage inventory of spare parts tools and maintenance supplies ensuring availability and organizationStay current with industry best practices and equipment innovations to continuously improve maintenance processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen equipment maintenance, building maintenance, or related technical field
• Strong technical 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, or equivalent) preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex equipment issues
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and management
• Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, and commitment to maintaining high safety and compliance standards
• Proficiency in maintaining detailed maintenance records and documentation
• Physical capability to perform manual work, including lifting, bending, and working in various positions
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond to urgent repair requests
• Knowledge of food service industry standards and safety regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing operational needs