Commercial Kitchen Technician - Circuit of the Americas

Commercial Kitchen Technician - Circuit of the Americas

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class events located in Austin, TX. The sports and entertainment portfolio at COTA is unmatched in the country with Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR, and MotoGP attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and LiveNation producing over 30 headline concerts every year at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater.

We are seeking a Commercial Kitchen Technician to support kitchen operations by setting up, breaking down, maintaining, and repairing equipment across the property. This role plays a key part in ensuring all kitchen and food-service equipment is functioning safely, efficiently, and reliably during major events. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with kitchen equipment, basic electrical and plumbing knowledge, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and break down kitchen equipment and workspaces for events across COTA.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on kitchen equipment, including electric and propane appliances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with equipment such as warmers, grills, fryers, refrigeration units, and small appliances.
• Conduct minor electrical and plumbing tasks as needed to support event operations.
• Inspect equipment regularly to ensure safety, functionality, and compliance with company standards.
• Assist with identifying equipment needs, replacement parts, and repair priorities.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safe storage of tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status.
• Respond promptly to urgent repair requests during events, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with culinary, operations, and event teams to ensure equipment needs are met for each scheduled event.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance or technician experience preferred, especially in a kitchen or food-service environment.
• Knowledge of general kitchen equipment operation; repair experience a plus.
• Basic electrical and plumbing understanding required.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform minor repairs independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to work long hours during large events, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Special Skills

• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing equipment
• Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge
• Safety awareness and problem-solving
• Basic carpentry skills
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification a plus)
• CDL a plus but not required
• Organization and time management
• Teamwork and communication
• Adaptability under event-driven pressure

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with varying temperatures depending on event location (indoor kitchens, outdoor prep areas, or mobile kitchen units). Noise levels may be moderate to high during event operations. The technician will frequently move through different areas of the venue, including kitchens, storage spaces, and event sites.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of moving through all areas of the venue
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds at times.

Core Value and Competency Requirements

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: "see it, own it, solve it."
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Flexible schedule, in a unique and exciting work locations.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.