Maintenance Technician – QSR / Restaurant Equipment

Location: UAE
Industry: Food & Beverage / Quick Service Restaurants
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled Kitchen Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair commercial kitchen equipment across our restaurant outlets. The role covers preventive maintenance, breakdown troubleshooting, electrical repairs, plumbing and general restaurant maintenance, with a strong focus on safe operations and minimising equipment downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and maintain commercial kitchen equipment, including deep fryers, oil filtration systems, grills, ovens, hot-holding units and food preparation equipment.

• Diagnose fryer faults involving heating elements, thermostats, temperature sensors, high-limit controls, contactors and filtration pumps, within the scope of training and authorisation.

• Carry out electrical fault-finding and repairs on equipment wiring, switches, sockets, lighting and related components.

• Identify recurring electrical faults and escalate major issues to the appropriate specialist.

• Repair plumbing fixtures, taps, sinks, water supply connections, leaks and drainage blockages.

• Inspect refrigerators, freezers, cold rooms, exhaust systems and ventilation equipment; coordinate specialist repairs where required.

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance according to equipment manuals and company checklists.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and coordinate with restaurant managers to reduce disruption to service.

• Perform minor repairs to doors, hinges, shelving, fittings and other restaurant fixtures.

• Maintain service reports, equipment histories, spare-parts records and maintenance logs.

• Identify spare-parts requirements and support procurement with accurate specifications.

• Coordinate with approved contractors for specialist servicing, warranty repairs and major breakdowns.

• Follow electrical isolation and lockout procedures, use appropriate PPE, and protect food and food-contact surfaces during maintenance.

• Test repaired equipment and confirm safe operation before handing it back to the restaurant team.

• Support maintenance activities across multiple outlets, including scheduled work outside trading hours when required.

Desired Candidate Profile

• ITI, vocational certificate or diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering or a related trade.

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant commercial kitchen or restaurant maintenance experience; UAE QSR/F&B experience is preferred.

• Hands-on knowledge of commercial fryers, kitchen equipment, electrical troubleshooting and plumbing repairs.

• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and maintenance instructions.

• Competence in using multimeters, hand tools and relevant testing equipment safely.

• Basic understanding of refrigeration and ventilation systems; specialist experience is an advantage.

• Ability to prioritise breakdowns and work independently within authorised technical limits.

• Basic English communication and maintenance reporting skills.

• Willingness to travel between outlets and work flexible shifts for maintenance requirements.

• A valid UAE driving licence is mandatory.

Specialist work: Gas systems, refrigerant handling, fire-suppression systems and major electrical installations must only be serviced by appropriately qualified and authorised personnel.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: AED 3,500–3,750, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Accommodation: Company-provided.

• Employment Visa: Company-sponsored, valid for two years.

• Medical Insurance: Company-provided.

• Air Ticket: Provided upon successful completion of the two-year employment contract.