Training Courses
in Commercial Food
Equipment Service
Earn Your Mark of Excellence
At CFESA, we provide industry-leading training courses that stand as benchmarks of excellence for your professional toolkit.
Our courses are designed to elevate your skills and ensure you are at the forefront of food equipment service.
33x33: Fueling the Future, One Technician at a Time
Follow our progress as we aim to complete 33,000 trainings by 2033.
Meet the Trainer
Daniel Reese, CFESA’s Director of Training, began his career in 1979.
His passion for teaching and the joy of witnessing technicians’ breakthrough
moments has fueled his journey from technician to co-owner, and now mentor.
A CFESA-awarded trainer and avid golfer, Daniel dedicates his expertise to
nurturing the next generation of food equipment service professionals.
Upcoming Training Courses
Upcoming Events
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EGSW 12.9-12.14
December 9, 2024 - December 14, 2024
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The EGS&W course focus is hands-on troubleshooting. This course is designed for the technician who has worked in the field for two years or less or needs a confidence boost to work independently. Technicians must be familiar with the electric, gas, and steam theory and possess a basic mechanical aptitude. Course Cost = $1000 for (more…)
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NTT 01.13-01.17
January 13, 2025 - January 17, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is a specialized training course for those looking to enter or have been recently hired into the foodservice equipment repair industry. The candidates for this training will have little to no industry knowledge or skill set. This five-day class will act as the springboard of their career. The training will include company expectations, customer (more…)
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EGSW 1.20-1.25
January 20, 2025 - January 25, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The EGS&W course focus is hands-on troubleshooting. This course is designed for the technician who has worked in the field for two years or less or needs a confidence boost to work independently. Technicians must be familiar with the electric, gas, and steam theory and possess a basic mechanical aptitude. Course Cost = $1000 for (more…)
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REFRIGERATION 9.8 - 9.12
January 27, 2025 - January 31, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Requirements: CFESA Electrical Certification (or approval from CFESA HQ) EPA recovery line I & II (technicians who have not earned the CFESA Electrical Certification must contact Dan Reese, CFESA Director of Training, for approval to attend this class) Hotel Link: CLICK HERE Refrigeration Training Class is a five-day course specifically designed to cover the basic (more…)
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NTT 2.3-2.7
February 3, 2025 - February 7, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is a specialized training course for those looking to enter or have been recently hired into the foodservice equipment repair industry. The candidates for this training will have little to no industry knowledge or skill set. This five-day class will act as the springboard of their career. The training will include company expectations, customer (more…)
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EGSW 2/17-2/22
February 17, 2025 - February 22, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The EGS&W course focus is hands-on troubleshooting. This course is designed for the technician who has worked in the field for two years or less or needs a confidence boost to work independently. Technicians must be familiar with the electric, gas, and steam theory and possess a basic mechanical aptitude. Course Cost = $1000 for (more…)
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3 DAY ELECTRIC 3.10-3.12
March 10, 2025 - March 12, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hotel Link: Click Here Training Refund Policy Effective Jan. 1, 2017:. (applies to ESGW, Refrigeration, NTT, Basic Electric, and management Training) There will be no refunds issued for any CFESA training classes. If a company is not able to send their participant to the course, 50% of the course registration fee will be automatically (more…)
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Middle Management 3.25-3.27
March 25, 2025 - March 27, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
THIS COURSE IS FOR CFESA MEMBERS ONLY Management Level 1 training is a three-day course designed to assist managers in their daily activities from planning to completion. This course is available to any type of manager within the food service repair industry. The class focuses on the daily operations of the commercial kitchen repair industry (more…)
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NTT Cali 3.31-4.4
March 31, 2025 - April 4, 2025
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This is a specialized training course for those looking to enter or have been recently hired into the foodservice equipment repair industry. The candidates for this training will have little to no industry knowledge or skill set. This five-day class will act as the springboard of their career. The training will include company expectations, customer (more…)
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NTT 4.7 4.11
April 7, 2025 - April 11, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is a specialized training course for those looking to enter or have been recently hired into the foodservice equipment repair industry. The candidates for this training will have little to no industry knowledge or skill set. This five-day class will act as the springboard of their career. The training will include company expectations, customer (more…)
What Makes Us Different?
State-Of-The-Art Facility
Our training facility features four
kitchens and conference spaces.
Hands-On Experience
All technicians get essential, real-time
experience with advanced equipment.
Comprehensive Education
All training blends theoretical knowledge
with practical troubleshooting and repairs.
Beyond Training
We’re partners in your ongoing learning,
fostering a culture of excellence and safety.
Build Your Future, on Us
Our Facility, Your Classroom
Looking for a versatile space for your training needs? Our training facility spans more than 3,200 square feet and can handle it all, from conducting basic maintenance and repair of commercial food equipment to introducing new product lines or enhancing soft skills through classroom learning.
