Lead Kitchen Mechanic-Engineering

Job Purpose:Performs preventive, predictable maintenance and repairs on commercial kitchen equipment and provides guidance to Kitchen Mechanics

Job Duties and Responsibilities:(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

Maintains and repairs commercial kitchen equipment by routinely inspecting steamers, broilers, grills and appliances, repairing or replacing broken or defective parts, scheduling routine inspections, and performing preventative maintenance services as required.- 60%

Maintains and organizes parts and inventory by receiving and labeling ordering parts and fixtures on designated shelves logging and accounting for parts and fixtures received and used, analyzing logs to determine the frequency of use and need for replacement, and keeping track of owner's manuals, warranty expiration dates, and service bulletins.- 20%

Maintains a safe work and storage area by cleaning and organizing designated storage area, storing tools and materials, repairing or replacing old or broken tools following established procedures, and following established safety standards while using tools.- 10%

Assists Chief Engineer on kitchen projects by providing guidance to team members, monitoring performance, and reporting out of compliance behaviors to the Maintenance Supervisor as needed.- 10%

Job Specifications:Education and Experience:Essential:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

5 years experience in commercial kitchen equipment maintenance and repair

2 years vocational training and/or related experience

2 years plumbing and pipe fitting experience

Desirable:

EPA certified universal HVAC/R licenseExposure to casino and/or hospitality industry

Skills and Knowledge:Essential:

Ability to read and understand schematics and blueprintsAbility to read, interpret and apply technical informationWorking knowledge of electrical components related to positionAbility to perform installations, repairs, and preventive maintenance on commercial kitchen equipmentAbility to document and track assignments through a shop log or work order systemAbility to perform mathematical calculations and measurementAbility to use testing and repair tools and equipmentAbility to communicate effectively in the English languageAbility to read in the English languageAbility to interact effectively with guests and Team MembersAbility to understand and follow verbal directives and written directionsAbility to work in a team-oriented environment with little or no supervisionAbility to reach, crouch, bend and kneelAbility to work in confined spacesAbility to lift up to 80 lbsAbility to appear for work on timeAbility to maintain professionalism and composureAbility to accept constructive criticismAbility to work in a smoking environment

Desirable:

Multi-lingual

Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:Direct: NoneIndirect: Kitchen Mechanic