In this episode of Commercial Kitchen Chronicles, host Pat Finley dives deep into the unique career path of Nick Pattas, a seasoned technician from Toronto, Canada. 🇨🇦 Starting in the back of house in his family’s restaurant, Nick ventured into residential HVAC before discovering his passion for foodservice equipment repair and refrigeration.

🔥 Tune in as Nick shares:
✅ His transition from the kitchen to refrigeration.
✅ Challenges of working with strict regulations in Canada versus the “Wild West” of the U.S. 🇺🇸
✅ Insights into handling R290 refrigerants and advanced refrigeration tools.
✅ Hilarious and gritty stories from the field, from grease-laden kitchens to the world of fryers, grills, and dishwashers.

Whether you're a tech, a trainer, or simply fascinated by the world of foodservice repair, this episode is packed with tips, stories, and laughter. 😄

👉 Follow Nick on LinkedIn for more of his inspiring work!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-pattas-a1a51b1a2/

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In this lively, no-holds-barred episode of *Commercial Kitchen Chronicles*, Pat and Rich dive into an unscripted chat with Bryan Sanders about life, work, and the quirks of fixing commercial cooking equipment. 🎉

We're also joined by Matt and Megan from Mechanical Environments for a deep dive into the unique challenges of running AC calls with snow on the ground 🌨️ and tackling cannabis-specific HVACR issues 🌿. Expect laughs, real-life stories, and insights into the unique hurdles HVACR pros face every day!

If you love unfiltered, wide-ranging discussions about life on the job in the foodservice and HVACR world, this one's for you. Tune in for good company, a few laughs, and a glimpse into the day-to-day of those who keep the heat (and cool) in the kitchen!

Brought to you by the crew over at 🐍Viper and Refrigeration Technologies.

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Catch up with us as we sit down with Jarett Neuenfeld, better known as #HVACArmy on TikTok! 🚀 With over 20 years in the HVACR industry, Jarett's journey is full of passion, grit, and a commitment to excellence that’s hard to match. From day one, he fell in love with the industry, and he’s never looked back. Every job, every repair, every project—it’s all about doing what’s right for the customer, no matter what. 💯

Recently, Jarett took a bold step and launched his own business, building it on the values that define him: honesty, hard work, and customer-first service. 🔧 But that’s not all! We dive into how he built his #HVACArmy presence on TikTok 📱, where he’s created a tight-knit community of HVAC pros and fans alike. You’ll get the inside scoop on his social media journey, the inspiration behind his content, and the amazing friendships he’s made within the HVAC Army. 🤝

If you’re looking for a mix of industry insight, social media savvy, and some great stories about the real lives of HVAC pros, this episode is a must-listen! 💥 Tap in to hear Jarett’s tips, triumphs, and what’s next for him and the growing #HVACArmy community. 🎧

Check out Jarett on TikTok

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This episode is brought to you by Viper and Refrigeration Technologies.

Ever wonder what makes Viper different? It’s not just coil cleaning products—it’s chemistry you can trust, created by a tech, for techs. With over 35 years in the industry, Viper helps keep HVACR systems in top shape.

https://www.refrigtech.com

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