Trades covered on this page
Catering equipment.
Typical scope of work
- Fault-finding and repair on ovens, ranges, fryers, grills and combi ovens
- Planned servicing of commercial kitchen equipment
- Dishwasher and glasswasher repairs
- Equipment installation, connection and commissioning
- Liaison with kitchen managers on downtime and parts
Typical sites: Restaurants, hotels, schools, care homes, staff canteens and takeaways.
Qualifications we ask you to evidence
- Gas Safe registration with commercial catering categories for any gas appliance work
- Electrical competence for appliance isolation and testing (for example 18th Edition)
- F-gas certification if you will work on refrigerated catering equipment
- Manufacturer training is helpful but not required
Course and scheme names are examples. We check certificates and registrations during review, and we only offer work that matches what you are qualified to do.
Insurance requirements
We ask every applicant for current public liability insurance. Our usual minimum is £2,000,000, and many commercial clients require £5,000,000 before work on their sites is offered. If you employ anyone, employer's liability insurance is a legal requirement.
Subcontract and self-employed work
Catering engineer subcontract work, self-employed commercial kitchen engineer jobs and catering equipment subcontractor roles all start here. We cannot promise a set number of jobs; work depends on client demand in your area.
Joining our network does not guarantee any work or income. Jobs are offered when suitable work is available in your area, and you are free to accept or decline each one. You work as a self-employed contractor responsible for your own tax, tools, registrations and insurance.
How to apply
- Open the UK Gas Plumbers engineer app at app.ukgasplumbers.com.
- Add your trades, working area, availability, qualifications and insurance documents.
- Our team reviews your application and contacts you if we have suitable work.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need both gas and electrical skills?
Not necessarily. We record what you are competent and certified to do and only offer jobs that match.
Who supplies parts?
Parts arrangements are agreed per job before you accept it.
How do I apply?
Apply online at app.ukgasplumbers.com. You'll add your trades, working area, qualifications and insurance details, and our team reviews each application.
Is work guaranteed?
No. We offer jobs when suitable work comes in for your trade and area. There is no promised volume or income.
