Commercial Catering Engineer
Pure Talent Group
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North West England / Shropshire
£38,000 - £42,000 + Door to Door + Van + Training + Benefits
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced, dependable, and customer‑focused Commercial Catering Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a field‑based role supporting the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of Rational commercial catering equipment across a wide range of customer sites.
Whether you are based in the North West or Shropshire ,this role offers long‑term stability, excellent manufacturer training, and the opportunity to work with a respected and growing business.
The Role
- Install, commission, service, and maintain Rational commercial catering equipment to manufacturer standards.
- Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime and ensure safe operation.
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to maximise equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Respond professionally to breakdowns and service call‑outs, prioritising customer needs.
- Accurately complete job sheets, service reports, and all associated documentation.
- Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintain company vehicle, tools, test equipment, and spare parts stock.
- Provide clear technical advice to customers and build strong working relationships.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and recommend solutions.
- Work independently to manage daily workloads while maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
- Participate in ongoing manufacturer and company training programmes.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience servicing, maintaining, and repairing commercial catering equipment.
- Strong expertise in Rational appliances is highly desirable.
- Excellent fault‑finding and diagnostic skills across commercial kitchen equipment.
- Relevant industry qualifications (COMCAT, electrical qualifications, etc.) are desirable.
- Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Strong communication skills and a customer‑focused approach.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and remain organised under pressure.
Desirable Qualifications
- COMCAT 1, 3, 5 (or equivalent commercial catering gas qualifications).
- Gas Safe Registration.
- Recognised electrical qualifications (e.g., CCEECC or equivalent).
- Rational training and hands‑on experience with Rational cooking systems.
Personal Attributes
- Dependable, professional, and punctual.
- Proactive problem‑solver with strong technical judgement.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing customer needs.
- High attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
- Calm and effective under pressure in busy commercial kitchen environments.
- Self‑motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Package Overview
- £38,000 - £42,000 basic salary
- 40‑hour flexible working week
- Paid door to door
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Company van + fuel card (personal use included)
- Smartphone & tablet
- Uniform provided
- Sick pay
- Annual manufacturer training
- On‑call rota: 1 in 5 (weekends only) + £50 standby allowance
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Commercial Catering Engineer looking for a new opportunity, please send your CV via the link below or contact our mainline on (phone number removed) and ask for Nicola Foxall ((url removed)) for a confidential chat.
Pure Talent Group Ltd are a UK‑based engineering recruitment specialist with dedicated teams across the technical sector. We have a wide range of engineering roles available nationwide.
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