Chief Engineer Kitchen & Laundry Systems

Chief Engineer Kitchen & Laundry Systems We are seeking an accomplished Chief Engineer Kitchen & Laundry Systems to manage the performance, maintenance, and compliance of all kitchen and laundry mechanical services within a luxury resort environment. The role includes oversight of mechanical plant, gas infrastructure, cold chain equipment, compressed air, beverage gas systems, ventilation, and drainage. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical depth in food service infrastructure, risk-critical systems, and operational integration with engineering, culinary, and facilities teams.Education Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent. A technical diploma with extensive operational experience in foodservice environments will also be considered.Experience10+ years of experience in mechanical systems with 5+ years in kitchen and laundry-specific infrastructure.Strong background in maintaining commercial kitchens, ventilation systems, gas-fed systems, and food safety-related mechanical services.Experience working in resorts, healthcare, or high-output central kitchen environments is highly preferred.Certifications and Technical Knowledge In-depth understanding of UAE codes for fire, gas, water, and hygiene.Familiarity with LPG storage and piping systems, ventilation regulations, and drainage compliance.Proficiency in mechanical diagnostics, performance monitoring, and system commissioning.Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, system schematics, and SOPs.Familiarity with CAFM/CMMS, MS Office, and asset management platforms.Language and IT Skills Excellent written and spoken English; other languages are an advantage.Proficient in digital documentation, report writing, and fault tracking systems.Other Requirements Strong attention to hygiene, safety, and guest-facing operational continuity.Available to respond to emergencies and coordinate system recovery with minimal disruption.System Oversight and Operations Management Lead the operation and performance of kitchen mechanical systems, including ventilation, hydronics, LPG/NG gas, compressed air, CO /N bulk beverage systems, and hot/cold water infrastructure.Supervise the safe commissioning of food service and laundry systems, ensuring conformity with mechanical infrastructure and compliance with authority guidelines.Oversee system audits for hygiene and health code compliance, and verify food area readiness for operations, inspections, or events.Manage gas-fed distribution networks, including leak detection, regulator calibration, and emergency shutoff interfaces in kitchen and laundry areas.Ensure optimized airflow and pressure control in exhaust and fresh air systems to meet performance and comfort targets while reducing energy waste.Monitor and maintain cold chain equipment including cold rooms, underbar fridges, and upright appliances across central kitchens and satellite areas.Integrate mechanical asset tracking into CAFM systems, validating planned, reactive, and condition-based maintenance schedules.Review system drawings, as-builts, and cause-and-effect sequences to support troubleshooting and optimize preventive maintenance.Validate testing of pumps, conveyors, dishwashers, laundry tunnel washers, dryers, dosing systems, and compressed air circuits.Coordinate contingency planning for kitchen-critical systems during outages or major events, including backup equipment deployment.Ensure safe drainage layouts and water separation systems function properly in high-volume wet environments.Prepare lifecycle strategies for heavy-use kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal replacement timing and forecasting for CAPEX.Conduct fault root cause analysis and implement operational improvements in mechanical systems serving kitchens and laundries.Provide technical support to banquet and culinary teams for large-scale events and temporary kitchen setups.Compliance and Technical Assurance Ensure all systems comply with UAE fire, gas, plumbing, hygiene, and civil defense codes, as well as HACCP standards where applicable.Maintain safety procedures for chemical storage, compressed gas handling, confined service areas, and exhaust systems.Oversee contractor work on system installation, upgrades, or inspections and validate performance against specifications.Keep up-to-date documentation including test certificates, calibration logs, and insurance compliance records.Conduct internal audits to identify potential gaps in safety, performance, or regulatory conformance and recommend corrective actions.Support health inspections and authority visits by maintaining traceable logs, hygiene reports, and real-time system readiness.Diagnostics, Innovation, and Sustainability Use BMS and smart monitoring tools to optimize ventilation, temperature, and equipment scheduling.Analyze system efficiency trends and implement process improvements to reduce downtime, energy use, and water consumption.Introduce predictive maintenance techniques using vibration sensors, temperature logs, and fault trends on rotating equipment.Benchmark mechanical performance across the kitchens and laundry against resort KPIs.Lead the adoption of sustainable practices, including heat recovery in laundries, water-efficient dishwashing, and smart gas metering.Participate in cross-property innovation programs for kitchen energy optimization and smart refrigeration controls.Company Industry Hotels Hospitality Department / Functional Area Keywords Chief Engineer Kitchen & Laundry Systems Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. 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