Commercial Catering Engineer

Commercial Catering Engineer - Rational Specialist

Location:

North West England / Shropshire

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 + Door to Door + Van + Training + Benefits

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• £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