Kitchen Appliance Equipment Repair Tech

Kitchen Equipment Repair Technician at Cheeca Lodge & Spa

Housing Available (see below for details)

Relocation Assistance Available

Join Our Maintenance Team: Cheeca Lodge & Spa, a renowned luxury resort in Islamorada, FL, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Technician to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of our commercial kitchen equipment. This role is crucial to maintaining the high standards of our culinary services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs and maintenance on a variety of kitchen and refrigeration equipment, including walk-in freezers, steam cookers, refrigerators, ice machines, dishwashers, and more.
• Conduct periodic inspections, cleaning, and servicing of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Log and manage work orders through the work order management system.
• Install new equipment, repair leaks, set up wiring controls, and replace defective parts.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff and resort officials to address and solve maintenance issues.
• Respond promptly to emergency repair calls, including after-hours requests.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

• Profound knowledge of kitchen and refrigeration equipment operation and maintenance.
• Expertise in soldering and blazing using oxygen/propane.
• Strong ability to read wiring diagrams and follow operation manuals.
• Knowledge of plumbing and electrical repair practices, and commercial refrigeration theory.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Keyboarding and basic computer skills.
• Possession of refrigerant transition and recovery certification.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Kitchen Equipment Technician, preferably in a hotel or resort setting.

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Employer Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off - up to 18 days a year

Housing Available - we have employee dormitory apartments. These are shared rooms. There is a minimal cost per week and includes all utilities and linens. This is employee-only housing and does not include spouses, children, or pets.

Why Join Cheeca Lodge & Spa: As a Kitchen Technician at Cheeca Lodge & Spa, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to maintaining the high standards of our resort's culinary operations. This position offers the opportunity to work in a luxurious environment, ensuring the efficiency and safety of our kitchen equipment. If you have the skills and experience, apply today to be part of a dynamic and supportive team.