Service Excellence Starts Here
We certify the best because top kitchens demand it. Our rigorous program tests technicians on gas, electric, steam and refrigeration, awarding those who prove they can deliver expert service. Earn the badge trusted by thousands of commercial kitchens across the globe.
Two Certifications. One Goal.
CFESA-Certified Technician
CFESA-Certified Technicians have the skills to handle gas, electric, steam and refrigeration repairs with precision. Certification is valid for five years and renews automatically if you work with a CFESA-certified company.
Master Technician
Master Technician status is awarded to those who pass three of the four CFESA certification exams, have five years of industry experience and receive manager approval*. It’s CFESA’s highest technician designation, recognizing advanced expertise across multiple disciplines.
Master Technician Requirements Update – Effective January 1, 2027
*Beginning January 1, 2027, new Master Technician applicants must meet the updated certification requirements. Technicians who earned Master Technician status before this date will retain their designation and follow the existing recertification process.
Your Roadmap Toward Certification
Technicians power foodservice — we power their success with best-in-class training, certifications and resources to help them deliver excellence.
Confirm Eligibility
To begin, you must be employed by a CFESA member company and have at least one year of field experience in the industry
Enroll in the Electrical Study Program
Register through your company dashboard to access CFESA’s new curriculum program — a self-paced online study program with built-in knowledge checks after each module. Registration for the certification exam will be scheduled upon enrollment of the program.
Study at Your Own Pace
Review each module carefully to strengthen your technical knowledge and prepare for the certification exam.
Schedule the Certification Exam
Once the study program is complete, log in to the member dashboard to take your certification exam. Be sure to test your microphone and web cam prior to the start of the exam. We wish you good luck!
Why Our Techs Lead the Industry
See how CFESA-certified technicians master the latest equipment and best practices to deliver unmatched service.
Master the Core Skills to Set You Apart
Master the Core Skills
to Set You Apart
Electric
Expertise in diagnosing
and repairing electrical
systems.
Gas
Master complex gas equipment
maintenance and safety
protocols.
Steam
Develop the skills to
troubleshoot steam
systems with accuracy.
Refrigeration
Learn to handle refrigeration
challenges like temperature
control.
Five Years Up? Time to Renew
CFESA certification is valid for five years and stays with the technician until the expiration date, even if they leave a member company.
To renew, you must be employed by a CFESA member company and complete two manufacturer training certifications related to your certification discipline, totaling at least eight hours of continuing education within the past five years. Without the required continuing education, you’ll need to retake the certification exam.
If your employer is a CFESA-certified company and you’ve completed the required continuing education, your certification automatically renews at expiration. Your company administrator can confirm your renewal status through the member dashboard.
