db Hotels and Resorts - Kitchen Technician

db Hotels & Resorts is part of the db Group, Malta's largest hospitality operation, and operates some of the island's most prestigious properties, among them db Seabank Resort + Spa in Mellieħa and db San Antonio Hotel + Spa in Qawra — both 4-star superior All-Inclusive resorts.

The db Group's portfolio extends well beyond these hotels, encompassing three Hard Rock Cafe restaurants, Starbucks Malta, Blu Beach Club, Amami, Westreme, and Nine Lives & AKI. This diverse, group-wide operation gives team members exposure to a wide range of hospitality and catering environments

under one roof.

The Role:

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Kitchen Technician to join our Maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of kitchen equipment and appliances across our hotel properties, ensuring smooth and safe kitchen operations at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out routine maintenance, servicing, and repair of kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, fryers, dishwashers, refrigeration units, and extraction systems

Diagnose faults on gas, electrical, and mechanical kitchen equipment and carry out timely repairs

Respond promptly to breakdowns reported by kitchen staff, minimising disruption to food & beverage operations

Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment to identify and address issues proactively

Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained in line with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations

Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, servicing schedules, and equipment condition

Liaise with external contractors and suppliers for specialised servicing, parts, or repairs when needed

Ensure work is carried out safely and with minimal disruption to kitchen operations, particularly during service hours

Support the wider Maintenance team with general technical and preventive maintenance tasks across the property

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Kitchen Technician, Catering Equipment Engineer, or similar role, ideally within a hotel, restaurant, or large-scale catering environment

Solid technical knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment (gas, electrical, and refrigeration systems)

Relevant technical qualification (mechanical, electrical, or gas) is an asset

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety regulations relevant to kitchen equipment

Ability to work independently and under pressure, particularly during peak service times

Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and be available for emergency call-outs

Basic English communication skills