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From Summer School to Rack Systems & CFESA Certs | Mike Folta

Join us live on March 18th at 8PM Eastern for another episode of Commercial Kitchen Chronicles—the original foodservice equipment repair podcast—featuring special guest Mike Folta. Mike brings 16 years of experience in the commercial equipment and HVACR space, working across both hot-side and refrigeration systems. From rack systems and cascading units to some of the most advanced equipment out there, he’s built his career through hands-on experience—not traditional training. And that’s what makes this episode hit different. Mike’s journey didn’t start with perfect grades or a clear path. He was a struggling high school student who had to go back to summer school after walking the graduation stage. No formal institutional training. No shortcuts. Fast forward to today: ✔️ Multiple CFESA certifications ✔️ Working toward Master Certification ✔️ Former Subject Matter Advisor for Interplay Learning (helping build training modules) ✔️ Hands-on experience with everything from commercial kitchen equipment to AGE carts for F-15 Eagles and cascade chambers used for missile guidance testing This episode is all about what’s possible in the skilled trades when you commit to learning, put in the reps, and refuse to stay where you started. We’ll break down: Mike’s path into the foodservice and HVACR industry The reality of learning without formal training Working on advanced systems like rack refrigeration and cascade units How the trades can take you places you never expected Advice for new and upcoming technicians trying to find their way Whether you’re a seasoned technician, just getting started, or thinking about getting into the skilled trades—this episode is for you. 🔥 Come hang out LIVE, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. 🧰 Presented by Viper (Refrigeration Technologies) You already know—when it comes to coil cleaning and keeping your equipment running efficiently, Viper coil cleaner gets it done. Tough on grease, easy on the tech, and it flat out works in the field. Whether you’re cleaning condenser coils, evaporators, or just trying to keep systems running at peak performance, Viper should be in your van. Check them out and see why so many techs trust Viper every day.