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 Combi 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 four consecutive one-day training classes, each led by factory trainers from each of the respective brands.  All equipment will (more…)


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


THIS COURSE IS FOR CFESA MEMBERS ONLY CFESA’s upcoming Ice 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 (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…)

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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.