TECHNICAL

Kitchen & Laundry Technician at Hyatt Place

About the job

Organization- Hyatt Place Nairobi

Summary

Care Connects Us!

It all starts with people who care.

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging – of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone’s role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care. People like you. People like us .

At Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands & Hyatt House Nairobi Westlands, we are looking for a Kitchen & Laundry Technician who will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing the equipment and facilities in the kitchen and laundry areas and any other maintenance duties in the other engineering trades that may be reasonably assigned to them. This involves ensuring the smooth operation of kitchen appliances, laundry machines, and related equipment to meet the hotel’s high standards in food preparation and laundry services. Some of these responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Operational:

  • Maintain, service, and repair a variety of kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, grills, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, food processors, and other appliances used in food preparation.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure all kitchen equipment operates efficiently and safely.
  • Service, troubleshoot, and repair laundry equipment such as washing machines, dryers, ironers, presses, and steam boilers used in the hotel’s laundry operations.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns and maintain the functionality of laundry machinery.
  • Install, set up, and commission new kitchen and laundry equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of equipment upgrades, replacements, or retrofits to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Diagnose technical issues, malfunctions, or breakdowns in kitchen and laundry equipment using specialized tools and diagnostic techniques.
  • Identify problems, repair faulty components, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, standards, and protocols for the operation and maintenance of kitchen and laundry equipment.
  • Conduct safety inspections, tests, and verifications to ensure equipment meets safety requirements.
  • Maintain an inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies necessary for maintenance and repairs of kitchen and laundry equipment.
  • Coordinate with the Engineering Team Leader/DOE to ensure the availability of required spare parts and consumables.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, equipment specifications, and service history for kitchen and laundry equipment.
  • Generate reports and documentation related to equipment maintenance, inspections, and repair schedules.
  • Collaborate with kitchen and laundry staff to understand equipment needs, address operational issues, and provide technical support and guidance.
  • Respond promptly to equipment-related emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to kitchen operations or laundry services.
  • In this role you will also be required to multi-task in various aspects of the operations as advised by your managers from time to time.
  • Responds to changes in the Engineering function as dictated by the industry, company, and hotel.
  • Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Certificate in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Kitchen & Laundry Technician, preferably in a hotel or similar hospitality setting.
  • Thorough knowledge of Kitchen & Laundry systems, components, codes, and regulations.

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