Job Description

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella - SALT, Parker's, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo.
We are currently seeking a Maintenance Manager who will be responsible for overseeing preventive and breakdown maintenance across all restaurant outlets, ensuring smooth operations, safety compliance, and cost-effective facility management.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the continuous operation and repair of all civil, MEP, HVAC, plumbing, and specialized kitchen equipment across all restaurant branches.
• Develop and implement rigorous preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and prevent operational disruptions.
• Lead the rapid response to emergency maintenance requests, coordinating immediate corrective actions to ensure business continuity.
• Conduct frequent inspections of outlets and central kitchens to ensure strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and brand standards.
• Maintain the corporate office infrastructure, ensuring all power, internet, and climate control systems function without interruption.
• Manage and evaluate the performance of external vendors and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs) to ensure service level adherence and cost-efficiency.
• Supervise the maintenance of high-capacity production equipment in the central kitchen, including industrial refrigeration and exhaust systems.
• Manage all maintenance documentation, including compliance records, budget reports, and resource optimization plans for the entire organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with extensive F&B industry experience.
• Valid HACCP and NEBOSH certifications to ensure safety and hygiene compliance.
• Must possess a valid UAE driver's license for travel between various outlets.
• Proven track record in managing CAPEX projects, kitchen fit-outs, and equipment lifecycles

Skills Required