Raising Standards, Empowering Technicians

Raising Standards,
Empowering Technicians

Custom-built for the foodservice industry and backed by leading manufacturers, our programs go far beyond basic vocational courses.

From hands-on technical training for techs to leadership development for managers, business owners and in-house trainers, CFESA offers specialized learning at every level.

Whether you’re sharpening your repair skills, stepping into a management role or training your team in-house, our expert-led courses help foodservice pros perform at the highest level.

Explore Our Upcoming Courses

Upcoming Events


CFESA’s upcoming Dish Machine Repair Training is an opportunity for technicians to learn the fundamentals of how this equipment works and specific troubleshooting on four of the most common brands. This training session will consist of four consecutive one-day training classes, each led by factory trainers from each of the respective brands.  All equipment will (more…)


CFESA’s upcoming Pizza Oven Repair Training is an opportunity for technicians to learn the fundamentals of how this equipment works and specific troubleshooting on four of the most common brands. This training session will consist of five consecutive one-day training classes, each led by factory trainers from each of the respective brands.  All equipment will (more…)


CFESA’s upcoming Fryer Repair Training is an opportunity for technicians to learn the fundamentals of how this equipment works and specific troubleshooting on four of the most common brands. This training session will consist of five consecutive one-day training classes, each led by factory trainers from each of the respective brands.  All equipment will be (more…)


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…)


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 CFESA (more…)


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…)


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. PLEASE NOTE: This course takes (more…)


Refrigeration Training Class is a five-day course specifically designed to cover the basic principles of commercial refrigeration repair. The course focuses on introductory concepts, including the basic operation of commercial refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, defrost mechanisms, compressors, and electrical circuits. Topics covered include the laws of refrigeration, compression cycle, latent and sensible heat, heat transfer (more…)


CFESA’S 3-Day Electric is a specialized Training class focusing on Electrical Theory, Application, and Troubleshooting electrical circuits in food service equipment. This class also covers the electrical knowledge needed to troubleshoot and the repairing of Gas Equipment. This class is designed for the service technician who is working every day but struggles with understanding and (more…)


CFESA’S 3-Day Electric is a specialized Training class focusing on Electrical Theory, Application, and Troubleshooting electrical circuits in food service equipment. This class also covers the electrical knowledge needed to troubleshoot and the repairing of Gas Equipment. This class is designed for the service technician who is working every day but struggles with understanding and (more…)

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Instructor Spotlight

Daniel Reese

Director of Training

Dan has been a driving force in foodservice since 1979. A CFESA-awarded trainer and former co-owner with 40+ years of experience, he shapes a curriculum that helps the next generation of service pros succeed and build the skills needed to earn our trusted badge.

Training That Sets the Bar High

Expert
Instruction

Learn from seasoned trainers with decades of experience and deep industry knowledge.

Full Lineup
of Equipment

Train with a variety of gear — from the latest tech to trusted tools — so you’re ready for anything.

Real-World
Application

Practice troubleshooting and live simulations to handle challenges in the field.

Courses for
Every Path

Whether you’re turning wrenches, leading or training others, there’s a course for you.

CFESA Cares Scholarships: Backing Your Path to Excellence

We award annual scholarships to support future foodservice professionals. Open in the spring and fall, these opportunities provide up to $2,500 for education and career development, helping technicians and support staff sharpen their skills and advance their careers — on us.

Apply for a Scholarship

Take a Look Inside Our Global Training Facility

Our training facility is designed to give you real-world experience with a wide range of plug-and-play equipment from top manufacturers. With four test kitchens, a conference room and a separate working kitchen for rollouts and product testing, the space supports multiple classes at once, accommodates manufacturer-led demos and is available to rent for private training sessions.