Summary
Accor is recruiting a Kitchen and Laundry Technician for Mövenpick Hotel Waad Al Shamal in Turaif, Saudi Arabia. The role maintains, services, troubleshoots and repairs kitchen and laundry equipment, and carries out scheduled preventive maintenance. Duties also include responding to repair requests, coordinating with vendors, keeping service records and following health, safety and fire regulations. Applicants should have at least two years of similar experience with a five-star hotel brand, strong troubleshooting skills and English communication ability; Arabic is preferred.
The posting
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Company Description
Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.
Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where, life beats faster.
Job Description
As a Kitchen & Laundry Technician at Movepick Waad Al Shaml, you will be responsible for maintaining and servicing all kitchen and laundry equipment to the highest standards of excellence. Your role is critical to ensuring seamless operations across our culinary and housekeeping departments, directly supporting our commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Inspect, maintain, and repair kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, and exhaust systems to premium operational standards
- Maintain and service laundry equipment including washers, dryers, steamers, and ironers to ensure consistent quality and efficiency
- Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules to minimize equipment downtime and ensure uninterrupted service delivery
- Respond promptly to urgent repair requests from kitchen and housekeeping departments to maintain guest satisfaction
- Diagnose faults in electrical and mechanical systems and execute necessary repairs or recommend equipment replacements
- Coordinate with specialized vendors for complex repairs and parts procurement to maintain equipment integrity
- Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations related to all electrical and gas-powered appliances
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of all maintenance activities and equipment service history for audit and compliance purposes
- Assist in the installation and setup of new equipment when required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance workshop and tool inventory
Qualifications
- Min. 2 years experience in a similar role in a five-star Hotel brand
- Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of safety procedures.
- Able to communicate in English
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
- English & Arabic Speaker preferably.
- Remote Location - Turaif, Saudi Arabia.