Commercial Catering Engineer

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the UK is looking for a skilled Commercial Catering Engineer to service and repair gas and electric catering equipment. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £47,603 along with excellent benefits including a company van and flexible working. Ideal candidates should have essential COMCAT certifications and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Health & Wellbeing support

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Essential COMCAT certifications.
• Proven experience working independently in the field.
• Valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining various catering equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing faults.
• Providing excellent customer service.

Skills

COMCAT 1, 2, 3 & 5

Proven experience in diagnostics

Knowledge of gas regulations

Good communication skills

Job description

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

We can Offer You:
• 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: 8th September 2025 (We may close early due to high demand)