Commercial Kitchen Equipment Technician

To support Lajitas Vision of being recognized by our customers as the “Friendliest Resort in Texas!" You should champion this culture in every touchpoint of our business from our associates, guests, owners, and communities. The service and courtesy you extend and promote daily will ensure a healthy and productive culture of serving others with excellence.

JOB SUMMARY: To maintain, service, rebuild, troubleshoot, repair, and operate all cooking-related equipment and refrigeration as it pertains to continuous smooth operation. Including, but not limited to industrial Food and Beverage, General Store equipment, propane, and electrical equipment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose and repair industrial kitchen and bakery equipment including, but not limited to mixers, grills, ovens, fryers, etc. Determine, with input as needed, whether the problem can be resolved on location.
• Diagnose and repair refrigeration equipment including, but not limited to coolers, freezers, ice machines, ice cream machines, and keg coolers. Assist with setting up and implementing procedures. Facilitate daily maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair commercial propane and electric kitchen equipment including, but not limited to, fryers, steamers, and ovens such as pressure cookers, steam kettles, tilt skillets, commercial dish machines, combi-ovens, microwaves, stoves, and conveyor-type ovens, broilers and espresso machines. Assists in the cleanliness and organization of the work areas by assuring that all containers are labeled and stored according to MSDS and NFPA standards. Keep accurate records of all daily work products.
• Obtain information that addresses or anticipates the equipment service needs of the venue. Select the appropriate actions to meet and exceed quality service levels for each venue.
• Preventative maintenance and rehab of all kitchen equipment to required manufacturers' specifications.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SCOPE: To maintain, service, rebuild, troubleshoot, repair, and operate all cooking-related equipment and refrigeration resort-wide for all Universal Orlando restaurants and food venues. Including, but not limited to industrial kitchen and bakery equipment, propane and natural gas, and electrical equipment. Perform preventative maintenance and rehab all kitchen equipment back to manufacturer’s specifications.

Employee Perks

Lajitas Golf Resort offers an exceptional benefits package:

• Low-cost housing and reduced-cost electricity and utilities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplementary benefits are available for all full-time/permanent employees beginning after your first 3 months and paid time off after 6 months of full-time employment.
• All employees are eligible for discounts on rooms, services, and retail products.
• Complimentary employee fitness center, employee laundry, and employee swimming facilities
• Unlimited Golf in your free time, Horseback Riding, and Shooting Range Access.
• Discounted ziplining and local activities such as river trips through local outfitters.
• Provided lunch Monday through Friday at the Employee Cafeteria