Maintenance Technician - #1727592

Department: Takeaway

Location: Head Office

Description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician to support our takeaway sites and restaurants at Pasta Evangelists. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of pasta boilers, kitchen equipment, and related infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have hands-on expertise in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing equipment within a food and beverage environment.

At Pasta Evangelists, we are passionate about delivering high-quality pasta products to our customers. This hands-on role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of kitchen facilities and equipment, which contributes directly to our mission of efficiently and safely delivering quality food products.

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on pasta boilers and other equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimise downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, identifying and resolving equipment failures promptly.
• Conduct preventative maintenance schedules to extend the life of the boilers and minimise operational disruptions.
• Monitor the performance of pasta boilers and make adjustments to improve efficiency, safety, and consistency in production processes.
• Assist in implementing upgrades and modifications to equipment as needed to meet our goals.
• Ensure all work on pasta boilers complies with safety, health, and food industry regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) standards.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and part replacements.
• Perform general building maintenance, including painting, carpentry, plumbing and basic electrical repairs.
• Repair and maintain facility fixtures, such as doors, lighting, shelving and furniture.
• Address minor plumbing issues, such as leaking pipes within the site.
• Conduct inspections of the sites to identify and repair wear and tear or any hazards.
• Communicate maintenance updates and equipment status to the management teams.
• Work closely with the teams to identify recurring issues and train staff on proper equipment usage.
• Coordinate with vendors or service providers for specialised repairs and equipment procurement.
  
  

Who you are:

• Proven experience in maintenance and repair of industrial equipment, ideally within the multi-site and food & beverage industry.
• Strong knowledge of pasta boilers, steam systems, and related mechanical/electrical components.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a maintenance role in a food and beverage environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to work proactively under pressure and manage time effectively to prioritise urgent repairs.
• A passion for the Pasta Evangelists ethos & style.
  
  

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary to attract best talent
• Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team
• Regular team socials and pasta tastings
• Free Pasta Evangelists products
• Referral bonus Scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• 28 days of paid annual leave (bank holidays inclusive)