Commercial Catering Engineer

HVAC Total FM Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking an experienced Commercial Catering Engineer in Essex & South East. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of catering equipment in diverse settings including hotels and restaurants. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications and a full UK driving license. The position offers up to £60,000 annually, travel pay, a van for private use, and additional benefits like bonuses and holiday pay.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Critical illness cover (after 3 months)

Healthcare (after 1 year)

Pension (3% employer / 5% employee)

Monthly performance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing and repairing commercial catering equipment.
• Qualifications in COMCAT 1-5 and CCCN1 are necessary.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, service & repair commercial catering equipment.
• Carry out planned maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose and repair faults efficiently.

Skills

Strong diagnostics and customer service skills

Experienced Commercial Catering Engineer

Full UK driving licence

Education

COMCAT 1-5

CCCN1 (F-Gas desirable)

Job description

Position: Commercial Catering Engineer
Location: Essex & South East (covering London, Kent & Essex)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Travel Pay + Van (fuel card & private use)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Flexible)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Catering Engineer to join our team, providing installation, maintenance, and repair services across a wide variety of commercial kitchens. You’ll be working on high-profile contracts in hotels, restaurants, care homes, gyms, retail outlets, and student accommodations.

About the Client

Our client is a leading facilities management provider, trusted by some of the UK’s most prestigious brands. Their portfolio includes national hotel chains, restaurant groups, care homes, fitness centres, post offices, and casinos.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install, service & repair commercial catering equipment (ovens, fryers, combi ovens, dishwashers, grills).
• Carry out planned maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose and repair faults efficiently.
• Maintain accurate job reports and compliance records.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Commercial Catering Engineer.
• Qualifications: COMCAT 1-5, CCCN1 (F-Gas desirable).
• Strong diagnostics and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s In It for You

• Up to £60,000 + travel pay.
• Van + fuel card (private use).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Critical illness cover (after 3 months) & healthcare (after 1 year).
• Pension (3% employer / 5% employee).
• Monthly performance bonus.

How to Apply
If you’re a qualified Commercial Catering Engineer looking for a rewarding role covering the South East, apply today or send your CV to Bob Ashworth.