Commercial Catering Engineer

Liberty; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Commercial Catering Engineer to service and maintain commercial gas and electric equipment across various sites in East Hampshire. The ideal candidate will possess COMCAT certifications and a full UK driving license. Join a diverse and supportive team focused on personal development and community wellbeing. Competitive salary and excellent benefits await you.

Benefits

Company Van with fuel card

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 GP access and mental health support

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include COMCAT 1, 2, 3 & 5 along with a full UK driving license.
• Experience with commercial gas and electric catering equipment is vital.
• Knowledge of gas regulations and health & safety standards required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and install commercial gas and electric catering equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults across various catering appliances.
• Provide excellent customer service while on site.

Skills

COMCAT 1, 2, 3 & 5

Strong diagnostic skills

Good communication skills

Ability to manage own workload

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled Commercial Catering Engineer, looking to earn up to £47,603 per year?

Benefits

• Company Van: fuel card, and excellent benefits
• Work-Life Balance: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus flexibility with overtime
• Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 GP access, mental health support, fitness programs, and more
• Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development to keep you at the top of your game

Your Role

As a Commercial Catering Engineer, you'll work alongside a close-knit team covering various sites such as schools, community centres, and residential homes. You will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, repair, and installation of commercial gas and electric catering equipment across the Portsmouth City Council portfolio, including:

• Diagnosing and repairing faults across a range of catering equipment
• Servicing and maintaining:
  • Combi ovens (MKN, Rational, Convotherm)
  • Range ovens (Falcon, Manitowoc)
  • Steamers
  • Commercial fridges & freezers
  • Deep fat fryers
  • Blenders
  • Meat slicers
  • Bain maries/hot cupboards
  • Water coolers/boilers
  • Commercial dishwashers
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
• Reporting accidents, near-miss events, and potential hazards
• Providing excellent customer service while working in occupied environments
• Being adaptable to various site requirements and customer expectations
• Completing required paperwork and compliance documentation accurately

What We Need from You

• COMCAT 1, 2, 3 & 5 (essential)
• F-Gas Certification (preferred but not essential)
• Domestic gas qualification CKR1 (advantageous)
• Valid DBS check
• Full UK driving license (essential)
• Proven experience working independently in the field with strong diagnostic skills
• Good knowledge of relevant gas regulations and health & safety standards
• Comfortable communicating with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to prioritise tasks and effectively manage your own workload

Why Liberty?

We’re a diverse, supportive team with a focus on personal development, wellbeing, and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Liberty offers you a chance to work with the best in the industry and continuously improve your skills while enjoying a rewarding career.

Apply Today

Click “Apply” below to join Liberty as our Commercial Catering Engineer. We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date: 7th October 2025 (We may close early due to high demand)