Kitchen Equipment Technician

KFC • Jacksonville, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Tasty, we are dedicated to providing exceptional culinary experiences through innovative kitchen solutions. Our commitment to excellence extends to our team members, who play a crucial role in maintaining our high standards. We are currently seeking a skilled Kitchen Equipment Technician to join our team and ensure the smooth operation of our kitchen and refrigeration equipment.

The Kitchen Equipment Technician will perform a variety of repairs and maintenance duties on kitchen and refrigeration equipment, ensuring that all machinery operates efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in repair and maintenance of kitchen and refrigeration equipment is required.
• Must possess a clean driving record, with the ability to operate company vehicles as needed.
• Extensive knowledge of various types of kitchen and refrigeration equipment and their operational principles.
• Proficient soldering and brazing skills, utilizing oxygen and propane.
• Strong ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams and follow operational and installation manuals to complete tasks successfully.
• Proven capability to operate and maintain various types of equipment safely and efficiently.
• Exceptional ability to work independently without direct supervision and take responsibility for assigned equipment repairs.
• Strong prioritization skills to manage tasks effectively and meet job delivery expectations.
• Proven ability to investigate issues with food equipment, identify problems, and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, engaging with other maintenance workers and staff members.
• Strong capacity to understand and execute both written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Possession of refrigerant transition and recovery certification is required.
• Relevant repair and maintenance experience in the commercial kitchen or dining service field, with comprehensive knowledge of plumbing repair and installation practices and procedures.
• Strong understanding of basic electrical principles, theory, and safety.
• Solid knowledge of the fundamentals of commercial refrigeration practices and theory.

Nice To Haves

• Any relevant certifications in equipment maintenance, refrigeration, or related fields are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducting repairs and maintenance on a wide range of kitchen equipment, including walk-in freezers, industrial-sized steam cookers, refrigerators, ice machines, ovens, heated holding units (PHUs), dishwashers, fryers (open and pressure), and broilers.
• Performing periodic inspections, cleaning, and servicing of equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Utilizing the work order management system to find, accept, and complete work requests in a timely manner.
• Installing new equipment, repairing leaks, adjusting wiring controls, and replacing old or defective parts as necessary.
• Collaborating with other maintenance staff, company officials, and team members to provide effective solutions to maintenance issues.
• Responding promptly to emergency calls related to equipment repairs, including after-hours requests as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed