Lead Engineer Kitchen and Laundry

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island seeks a Chief Engineer for Kitchen & Laundry Systems to oversee performance and safety of mechanical systems in a new luxury resort. The candidate will lead the operation of kitchen infrastructures, ensuring compliance with health codes and regulations while collaborating with various departments. This senior role offers a competitive salary and benefits associated with a renowned name in hospitality.

Benefits

Attractive Salary in AED

Excellent Leave Policy

Healthcare Package

Life Insurance

Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical systems, 5+ in kitchen and laundry-specific infrastructure.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of UAE codes for fire, gas, water, and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of kitchen mechanical systems and ensure safety compliance.
• Manage gas-fed distribution networks and oversee system audits.
• Prepare lifecycle strategies for kitchen equipment and coordinate operational needs.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Maintenance

Food Safety

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Diploma in Building Services

Tools

CAFM/CMMS

MS Office

Job description

About Wynn Al Marjan Island

On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theater, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.

About The Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Chief Engineer – Kitchen & Laundry Systems to join the resort’s Executive Office team.

The Primary Duties And Responsibilities Of This Role Are

• Lead the operation and performance of kitchen mechanical systems, including ventilation, hydronics, LPG/NG gas, compressed air, CO₂/N₂ bulk beverage systems, and hot/cold water infrastructure.
• Supervise the safe commissioning of food service and laundry systems, ensuring conformity with mechanical infrastructure and compliance with authority guidelines.
• Oversee system audits for hygiene and health code compliance, and verify food area readiness for operations, inspections, or events.
• Manage gas-fed distribution networks, including leak detection, regulator calibration, and emergency shutoff interfaces in kitchen and laundry areas.
• Ensure optimized airflow and pressure control in exhaust and fresh air systems to meet performance and comfort targets while reducing energy waste.
• Monitor and maintain cold chain equipment including cold rooms, underbar fridges, and upright appliances across central kitchens and satellite areas.
• Integrate mechanical asset tracking into CAFM systems, validating planned, reactive, and condition-based maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate contingency planning for kitchen-critical systems during outages or major events, including backup equipment deployment.
• Ensure safe drainage layouts and water separation systems function properly in high-volume wet environments.
• Prepare lifecycle strategies for heavy-use kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal replacement timing and forecasting for CAPEX.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, testing, breakdowns, and contractor activity in the CAFM system.
• Coordinate scheduling and operational needs with Culinary, Events, Stewarding, Laundry Services, Housekeeping, and Engineering.
• Schedule and oversee high-risk work such as kitchen shutdowns, ventilation duct cleaning, and cold room sanitization.
  
  

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent. A technical diploma with extensive operational experience in foodservice environments will also be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical systems with 5+ years in kitchen and laundry-specific infrastructure.
• Strong background in maintaining commercial kitchens, ventilation systems, gas-fed systems, and food safety-related mechanical services.
• Fluent in English (spoken/written); Arabic is an advantage.
• In-depth understanding of UAE codes for fire, gas, water, and hygiene.
• Familiarity with LPG storage and piping systems, ventilation regulations, and drainage compliance.
• Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, system schematics, and SOPs.
• Familiarity with CAFM/CMMS, MS Office, and asset management platforms.
  
  

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.