Key Responsibilities
* Installation
o Set up new catering equipment (ovens, fryers, dishwashers, refrigeration units)
o Ensure correct electrical, gas, and water connections
* Maintenance & Servicing
o Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance
o Clean and adjust components to keep equipment running efficiently
* Repairs & Fault Diagnosis
o Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and gas faults
o Replace faulty parts and test systems after repair
* Compliance & Safety
o Ensure equipment meets health & safety standards
o Follow gas safety regulations (especially for commercial catering appliances)
* Customer Support
o Advise clients on equipment usage and care
o Provide reports and service documentation
Common Equipment Worked On
* Commercial ovens and combi ovens
* Gas cookers and grills
* Fryers
* Dishwashers and glass washers
* Refrigeration units (fridges, freezers)
* Extraction and ventilation systems
Skills & Qualifications
Essential Skills
* Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge
* Fault-finding and problem-solving ability
* Practical, hands‑on skills
* Good communication with clients
Qualifications
* NVQ / City & Guilds in:
o Electrical Engineering or Catering Equipment Maintenance
* Gas qualifications such as:
o COMCAT (Commercial Catering Gas Certification)
* F‑Gas certification (for refrigeration work)
Working Conditions
* Field‑based (travel between sites)
* May include early mornings, evenings, or emergency call‑outs
* Work in hot, busy kitchen environments
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