Catering Technician

Hospitality Hire; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment firm in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Catering Technician to maintain, repair, and service kitchen equipment within hotels. The ideal candidate should have a technical qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Catering Equipment Maintenance, alongside proven experience and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive benefits including pension and medical contributions, with a commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Benefits

Company contribution to medical aid

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years experience as a Catering Technician or in a similar role, preferably in hotels or commercial kitchens.
• Must hold a valid South African ID.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on catering equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to ensure operational continuity.
• Collaborate with teams to respond to emergency breakdowns.

Skills

Technical or trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Catering Equipment Maintenance

Proven experience maintaining commercial kitchen and catering equipment

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Technical or trade qualification

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Catering Technician to join the hotels engineering and maintenance team. The successful candidate will maintain, repair, and service all catering and kitchen equipment throughout the hotel, ensuring all appliances operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards.

Critical Criteria (Requirements)

• Technical or trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Catering Equipment Maintenance
• Proven experience maintaining commercial kitchen and catering equipment
• Knowledge of cooking appliances, refrigeration, and dishwashing systems
• Minimum 24 years experience as a Catering Technician or in a similar role, preferably in hotels or commercial kitchens
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must hold a valid South African ID

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Skilled in preventative and corrective maintenance of catering and kitchen equipment
• Quality & Standards Focus: Ensures all equipment functions safely, efficiently, and reliably
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adheres to occupational health, safety, and food hygiene regulations; uses PPE correctly
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Quickly identifies faults and resolves issues to maintain kitchen operations
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively with engineering, maintenance, and kitchen teams to support smooth operations

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on catering equipment, including ovens, hobs, fryers, dishwashers, and refrigeration units
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to ensure operational continuity
• Install and commission new kitchen appliances
• Ensure all equipment functions at optimal performance levels and meets safety and hygiene standards
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and service schedules
• Follow all health, safety, and PPE requirements
• Collaborate with the engineering, maintenance, and kitchen teams to respond to emergency breakdowns
• Live and promote the companys values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity

Package on Offer

• Basic salary (TBA)
• ***** contribution to Pension
• Company contribution to medical aid

Important Application Notes

• Must hold a valid South African ID
• Only candidates with relevant Catering Technician experience will be shortlisted
• Ensure your CV is % updated
• All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
• Recruitment aligns with the companys Employment Equity Plan