Maintenance Technician - Kitchen

7 Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

7 Management in Dubai is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure uninterrupted operation of kitchen and bar equipment across the property. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance to support culinary and operations teams, while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

Requires a Diploma/Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Refrigeration Engineering and 5+ years of hands-on experience with commercial equipment.

Qualifications

• Diploma/technical certificate in mech, elec or refrigeration engineering.
• 5+ years' experience maintaining commercial kitchen/bar equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with PPM, maintenance scheduling, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repair of kitchen and bar equipment, including hot, cold, and dishwashing units.
• Address equipment issues promptly to minimize disruption during service.
• Provide technical guidance to junior technicians and supervise maintenance tasks.
• Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and repair histories.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Leadership

Education

Diploma/Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Refrigeration Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 2015, 7 Management has grown into a premier hospitality and management group, renowned for its innovative concepts and acclaimed international brands. From casual dining to upscale entertainment, 7 Management delivers experiences that go beyond traditional hospitality across the Middle East and Europe. With a rapidly expanding presence, the group sets the standard in restaurants, lounges, bars, and clubs, seamlessly combining exceptional cuisine with unforgettable entertainment.

Role Overview

The role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all kitchen and bar equipment to ensure uninterrupted and efficient operation across the property. This role ensures equipment safety, reliability, and compliance with operational standards while supporting the culinary and operations teams in delivering seamless service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repair: Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing all types of kitchen and bar equipment, including cold, hot, and dishwashing units. Ensures all equipment functions safely and efficiently, performing inspections and functionality tests after repairs. Leads preventive maintenance tasks as per schedule.
• Operational Support: Works closely with culinary and operations teams to address equipment issues promptly, minimizing disruption during service. Coordinates with suppliers and contractors for specialized services or spare parts when required.
• Leadership and Guidance: Provides technical support and guidance to junior technicians during maintenance, installation, and repair activities. Supervises tasks to ensure work meets quality and safety standards.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintains accurate maintenance logs, service records, and repair histories. Assists in preparing equipment and spare part lists, and reports critical issues to the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Refrigeration Engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing commercial kitchen/bar equipment.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, installation, and preventive maintenance for hot & cold lines.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proven leadership in guiding and training junior technicians.
• Experience with PPM, maintenance scheduling, and inventory control.
• Knowledge of control panels, sensors, gas/electrical systems, and water lines.
• Understanding of safety, HACCP, and compliance standards.
• Effective coordination with suppliers, contractors, and operations teams.
• Committed to efficiency, reliability, and hygiene.