Job responsibilities:
Kitchen equipment maintenance: Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and repairs on equipment like ovens, fryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and ice machines to ensure optimal performance and food safety.
Emergency repairs: Respond immediately to emergency maintenance requests to minimize downtime and food spoilage.
Facility upkeep: Conduct general building maintenance, including minor repairs to structures, painting, and ensuring the grounds are clean and presentable.
HVAC and plumbing: Maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and exhaust systems, as well as plumbing fixtures, drains, and water heaters.
Electrical systems: Inspect and service electrical systems, lighting fixtures, and circuit breakers.
Inventory and ordering: Help manage inventory for parts and supplies and work with management to order replacements.
Experience: A minimum of two years of experience in a similar role is often required.
Technical skills: In-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and HVAC systems is essential.
Diagnostics: The ability to use diagnostic tools to identify and fix issues is crucial.
Safety: A strong commitment to safety and hygiene standards is a must.
Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving abilities are needed to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.
Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary to report issues and work with management and staff.
Flexibility: Ability to work overtime, including weekends and evenings, and be available for on-call emergencies is often required