STOVE TECHNICIAN

STOVE TECHNICIAN

Job Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining all the kitchen equipment as well other LPG operated equipment on property. He/She is also required to work in conjunction with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Manager to address operational concerns related to equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Performing daily inspections and maintenance of all gas operated equipment as per manufacturer's recommendations.
• Creating preventative maintenance schedules.
• Training all operators of kitchen and other gas operated equipment.
• Installing and replacing all gas operated equipment as instructed.
• Making recommendations on relevant stock of spare parts for all gas operated equipment.
• Diagnosing and solving problems relating to the operation of kitchen equipment, other gas equipment and systems.
• Performing installations and servicing of typical kitchen equipment and other gas systems.
• Identifying specific parts and components and suggest relevant replacements.
• Performing tasks that involve lifting loads with and without assistance.
• Performing tasks that require long periods of standing, bending, climbing and working at varying heights.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma and/or a certificate from a recognised Vocational Training Institution.
• Basic computer literacy and internet knowledge is preferred.
• A level of skill and/or technical competence equivalent to at least Level II HEART Trust NTA certification.
• Knowledgeable in the precautions and best practices related to handling LPG and other flammable gases and liquids.
• Working knowledge of different types of kitchen and other gas equipment.
• The ability to prepare simple reports.