Kitchen/Laundry Technician

Company Description

Fairmont Ajman is a beachfront 5-star hotel situated in Ajman, just 30 minutes away from the bustling metropolis of Dubai. Combining hospitality and elegance with a deep connection to our natural surrounds, Fairmont Ajman promises exceptional cultural, leisure and dining experiences in a truly spectacular setting. Featuring 252 guest rooms and suites complete with ample space and breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, Fairmont Ajman presents travelers with all the comforts of home, alongside world-class service.

Job Description

The Kitchen/Laundry Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of kitchen and laundry equipment throughout the hotel. The role ensures that all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably, while minimizing operational downtime and maintaining compliance with hotel standards, safety requirements, and manufacturer specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating, and refrigeration-related equipment as applicable.
• Maintain equipment such as ovens, combi ovens, cooking ranges, fryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, washing machines, dryers, ironing equipment, and other back-of-house equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and equipment breakdowns from Kitchen, Stewarding, Housekeeping, and Laundry departments.
• Diagnose equipment faults and identify the root cause of failures.
• Replace defective components, parts, switches, thermostats, heating elements, motors, belts, bearings, valves, and other components as required.
• Ensure repaired equipment is tested and safe for operational use before being returned to the department.

Preventive Maintenance

• Follow the hotel’s preventive maintenance schedule and complete assigned tasks within the required timeframe.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen and laundry equipment to identify potential failures before they occur.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment faults, repairs, and replacement parts.
• Monitor the condition and performance of equipment and recommend replacement or major repair where necessary.