Catering Equipment Engineer

  • CHARTWELL
  • Feb 17, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Catering Equipment Engineer South West

Salary:Up to £40,000 + overtime + benefits Location:South West (field-based) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Youll be joining a respected commercial catering equipment specialist with a strong presence across the South West. The company is known for reliable service, long-term client partnerships and ongoing investment in engineer training and development.

The Role

As a Catering Equipment Engineer, youll work across a variety of commercial kitchens, carrying out service, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of catering equipment. Youll be the face of the business on site, ensuring equipment is safe, compliant and performing at its best.

Key Responsibilities
  • Service, maintenance and repair of commercial catering equipment

  • Working on gas-fired appliances including ovens, grills, fryers and dishwashers

  • Diagnosing faults and completing reactive repairs

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

  • Ensuring all work meets gas safety and manufacturer standards

  • Completing service reports and documentation accurately

  • Providing excellent customer service on every visit

Skills, Experience & Abilities Youll Need
  • COMCAT qualifications (1, 2, 3 & 5 preferred)

  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

  • Experience working on a range of commercial kitchen equipment

  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

  • Full UK driving licence

  • A proactive, customer-focused approach

What Youll Receive
  • Up to £40,000 depending on experience

  • Overtime and call-out opportunities

  • Company van, fuel card, tools and uniform

  • Ongoing manufacturer and industry training

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Pension scheme and additional company benefits

Additional Information
  • Some out-of-hours work may be required depending on client needs


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