General Technician – Kitchen & Refrigeration Systems Maintenance

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Who are we?

Costaterra Golf & Ocean Club is part of DLC – Discovery Land Company (DLC). DLC is known for developing luxury residential communities and resorts.

Costaterra is a private members only residential community in Comporta – Portugal. It combines luxury living with top-tier hospitality, offering incredible dining, a world-class golf course, spa services, outdoor pursuits, and immersive local experiences.

What you will do?

Key Responsibilities :

• Refrigeration maintenance — Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on refrigeration units (counters, freezers, cold rooms, condensers, evaporators).
• Kitchen equipment servicing — Maintain and repair commercial kitchen appliances (ovens, combi ovens, fryers, dishwashers, extraction systems).
• Electrical troubleshooting — Identify electrical faults, replace components, and work safely on 230/400 V circuits.
• Preventive maintenance — Execute scheduled maintenance routines and document all interventions.
• Spare parts management — Identify required parts, coordinate procurement, and maintain stock levels.
• Coordination with contractors — Support and supervise external specialists during complex or regulated interventions.
• Operational support — Provide immediate response to breakdowns to minimize downtime in kitchen operations.

Required Technical Competencies :

• Refrigeration systems knowledge — Strong understanding of cooling cycles, compressors, expansion valves, refrigerants,  leak detection and fluorinated gases
• Commercial kitchen equipment — Experience with industrial appliances and their maintenance requirements.
• Electrical skills — Ability to work safely on electrical circuits, read wiring diagrams, and replace electrical components.
• Mechanical aptitude — Motors, pumps, fans, belts, bearings, seals, and mechanical assemblies.
• Technical documentation — Ability to interpret OEM manuals, schematics, and safety instructions.

• Additional Job Description

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in commercial kitchens, hospitality, industrial refrigeration, or facility maintenance.
• Proven experience in diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience working in high‑demand operational environments (hotels, restaurants, resorts).
• Certifications & Compliance
• Electrical safety awareness
• Hygiene & food safety awareness — understanding of HACCP implications for kitchen equipment.
• Fire safety awareness — basic understanding of SCIE interactions with kitchen systems.

What do we offer?

Work-Family Culture, Global Career Opportunities, Competitive Salarys, Development Programs, Medical Insurance, Meal Allowance, Staff Restaurant, Staff Events and Staff accommodation if you are not local.

If you have what it takes and want to build a career , this is the place for you!

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