Hotel Kitchen & Refrigeration Technician

Beemok Hospitality Holdings LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Beemok Hospitality Holdings LLC is seeking a skilled Kitchen/Refrigeration Technician to maintain and repair all kitchen, refrigeration, and HVAC equipment within a Charleston hotel. You will conduct inspections, diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to emergencies to ensure health and safety standards are met.

The role involves coordinating with the engineering team, kitchen staff, and external vendors, and keeping thorough maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Experience as Kitchen Technician or Refrigeration Technician in a hotel or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration systems, and HVAC maintenance.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification is required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Excellent communication with housekeeping, stewarding, and other departments.
• Teachable and motivated to improve continuously.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on kitchen equipment (ovens, dishwashers, fryers, etc.), refrigeration units, ice machines, and HVAC systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and gas issues with kitchen and refrigeration equipment, applying technical knowledge to resolve issues efficiently.
• Assist with the installation of new kitchen and refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Ensure all equipment adheres to safety and health standards, following refrigeration regulations for handling coolants and hazardous materials.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work.
• Report equipment failures or required upgrades to management promptly.
• Respond quickly to emergency repair requests to minimize downtime.
• Maintain inventory of parts and tools required for repair and maintenance work.
• Work closely with kitchen staff, engineering team, and external vendors to coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on all coolers, freezers, and various other equipment as necessary.
• Provide guidance and training to kitchen staff on proper equipment usage and maintenance best practices.

Skills

Kitchen equipment

Refrigeration systems

HVAC repair

Electrical & Plumbing

Blueprints & manuals

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beemok Hospitality Holdings LLC is seeking a skilled Kitchen/Refrigeration Technician to maintain and repair all kitchen, refrigeration, and HVAC equipment within a Charleston hotel. You will conduct inspections, diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to emergencies to ensure health and safety standards are met.

The role involves coordinating with the engineering team, kitchen staff, and external vendors, and keeping thorough maintenance records.