Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

Kitchen Dynamics Corp; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ongoing paid training

Job summary

Kitchen Dynamics Corp is hiring a Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician in Englewood, NJ. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in servicing commercial cooking equipment and is skilled in troubleshooting, installation, and preventative maintenance. The role requires a valid driver's license, physical ability to lift 50-75lbs, and participation in an on-call rotation. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) matching plan, and paid training. Join our small, growing team to ensure our clients' kitchen equipment operates at peak performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience servicing commercial cooking equipment preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Able to work in tight, high-temperature kitchen environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and fix mechanical issues on commercial cooking equipment.
• Connect and set up new industrial equipment.
• Execute routine inspections and cleaning to minimize downtime for clients.
• Maintain a well-stocked service vehicle and document all service calls.
• Clearly explain repair findings to kitchen managers.

Skills

Proficiency in reading electrical schematics

Experience in servicing commercial cooking equipment

Ability to lift up to 50 - 75lbs

Clean driving record

Tools

Company service vehicle

Gas card

Company tablet

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Training & development

Company Overview

Kitchen Dynamics is a service provider in the commercial kitchen equipment industry. We offer commercial kitchen equipment maintenance, repairs and installations. Our clientele includes hotels, restaurants, hospitals, schools and corporate customers.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician to join our service team. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for our restaurant and hospitality clients, ensuring their "hot side" cooking equipment (ovens, fryers, grills, steamers, etc.) are operating at peak performance. You will diagnose, repair, and install high-grade commercial appliances while delivering exceptional customer service. This role will report to the Service Manager as well as to the Owner. We are a small, growing company and are looking for individuals that enjoy working in a small team with a close collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoot and fix mechanical, electrical, and gas issues on commercial ranges, fryers, broilers, steamers, convection ovens, combi ovens and kettles.
• Installation: Connect and set up new industrial equipment, including gas piping and electrical wiring.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute routine inspections and cleaning to minimize downtime for clients.
• Inventory & Documentation: Maintain a well-stocked service vehicle and accurately document all service calls, parts used, and labor hours on a company tablet.
• Customer Service: Clearly explain repair findings and maintenance recommendations to kitchen managers.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5 + years of experience servicing commercial cooking equipment preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, blueprints, and using multi-meters/gauges.
• Driver’s License: Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift up to 50 - 75lbs and work in tight, high-temperature kitchen environments.
• Availability: Must be willing to participate in a rotating emergency on-call schedule (nights/weekends).

What We Offer

• Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tools: Company service vehicle, gas card, and company tablet.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Training: Ongoing paid training through various manufacturers.