Kitchen & Laundry Technician

Kitchen & Laundry Technician – Job Description Position: Kitchen & Laundry Technician Department: Engineering Location: Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Key Responsibilities - Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment. - Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment including ovens, combi ovens, fryers, grills, cooking ranges, dishwashers and related equipment. - Maintain and troubleshoot industrial washing machines, dryers, ironing/pressing machines and associated laundry equipment. - Inspect and maintain electrical, mechanical, gas/LPG, steam and refrigeration systems related to kitchen and laundry equipment. - Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and minimise operational downtime. - Conduct regular inspections and identify potential equipment faults before breakdown. - Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports and preventive maintenance schedules using CMMS/BMS or similar systems. - Follow all health, safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements applicable to hotel operations. - Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings and electrical/mechanical schematics. - Coordinate effectively with Engineering, Culinary, F&B, Housekeeping and Laundry teams. - Maintain tools and work areas in a clean, safe and organised condition. - Assist the Engineering team with other technical duties as required. Qualifications & Experience - Technical Diploma or certification in Mechanical, Electrical, Refrigeration Engineering or a related field. - Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in kitchen/laundry equipment maintenance. - Previous experience in a luxury hotel or resort environment is highly preferred. - In-depth knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. - Hands-on experience with laundry equipment and industrial machinery. - Familiarity with HACCP standards and kitchen hygiene protocols. - Basic computer literacy and experience using CMMS/BMS maintenance systems. - Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals. - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Good communication and teamwork skills. - Proactive, reliable and capable of working with minimal supervision. - Flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.