Commercial Kitchen Chronicles

I'm just a blue-collar guy trying to shine a light on my little corner of the HVACR industry. I've spent the last 20 years working in commercial kitchen equipment repair. Ovens, fryers, refrigeration, ice machines, dishmachines, combi ovens, steamers, and just about anything else that keeps a commercial kitchen running. I'm a technician first. Always have been. Along the way, I've been fortunate enough to become a CFESA Master Technician, an instructor, and an award-winning technician. But some of the most rewarding things I've done in this industry have nothing to do with awards or certifications. They've come from helping another technician figure something out, watching someone develop their skills, or encouraging somebody to take a chance on a career in the skilled trades. A few years ago, I started sharing my everyday work on social media. What began as simply documenting service calls turned into something much bigger. Today, I create repair content, share lessons learned in the field, and host Commercial Kitchen Chronicles, a podcast dedicated to the people, stories, and experiences that make our industry what it is. I'm constantly learning, whether that's becoming a better technician, instructor, podcaster, or content creator. I spend a ridiculous amount of time studying photography, filming, editing, storytelling, and what other creators are doing. Not because I think I've figured everything out, but because I know I haven't. If you see me following you, commenting, asking questions, or interacting with your content, it's because I'm genuinely interested in what you're doing. I'm learning from you, just like I hope someone might learn something from me. My goal is pretty simple. Share what I know. Learn what I don't. Help others along the way. And hopefully leave this industry a little better than I found it. If you're in HVACR, commercial refrigeration, foodservice equipment repair, or any of the skilled trades, I'd love to connect. And to everyone out there teaching, creating, documenting their journey, or helping the next generation find their way... Keep that shit up. 👊 #HVACR #SkilledTrades #CommercialKitchenEquipment – at Elwood, IN

Day one was rough. As soon as my company issued MacBook got on the network I locked me out. IT has no fix, so I now have no device. The show must go on though. My biggest takeaway away is I gotta have my stuff backed up and accessible – at Forrester, GA

What a time for my MacBook to die. Out of town training and all my training material is on it. Gotta record show from hotel room and now have no way to do that. Oh well, time to adapt, overcome, and persevere. Momma raised a complainer not a quitter. – at Forrester, GA

🔥 3 BRAZING KITS. 1 SOLUTION. 🔥 Why carry three different brazing setups when you can have the versatility of all three in one? That's what caught my attention about the Ambro Controls OxyMax Kit! Whether you're working on commercial refrigeration, HVAC/R systems, walk-in coolers, ice machines, or other restaurant equipment, having the right brazing setup matters. But so does space on your service truck! The OxyMax offers the flexibility of multiple tank configurations in one compact, portable setup. Add in convenient hose storage, and you've got a kit designed with field service in mind. After nearly 20 years repairing commercial kitchen equipment, I've learned that versatility and efficiency are just as important as performance. Why carry more equipment than you need? 🔥 NOW I WANT TO HEAR FROM THE TECHS! Are you running multiple brazing setups, or have you found one kit that handles everything you need? 👇 Drop your setup in the comments! Check out Ambro Controls and the OxyMax Kit! Follow for more real-world HVAC/R, commercial refrigeration, commercial kitchen equipment repair, and skilled trades content. #AmbroControls #OxyMax #HVACR #Brazing #CommercialRefrigeration #HVACTools #CommercialKitchenRepair #SkilledTrades – at Stocks, GA

Why can't we be both? Seriously. I am a foodservice equipment repair technician that makes content. Now my niche is tiny in the skilled trades community but I am still showing it off. – at Stocks, GA

So I go to teach and I am locked out of my MacBook Its a company managed device that is only on a company network unless I am teaching. I fire it up and wont connect. I guess I should put it on the company network every once in a while.... – at Stocks, GA

New city Different @PlanetFitness to call home for 2 weeks. – at Forrester, GA

At what point does you give up on expecting a product to ship and ask for a refund? Yes I placed the order knowing that part of it was on backorder for 4 weeks. Its now been 3 months. Plus they gave me tracking 4 weeks ago and its never been picked up. Ask customer support and always some lame bs excuse. – at Sellersburg, IN

Headed to Albany Georgia to teach for the next 2 weeks. My wife Kelli and Finn the boxer are tagging along. – at Sellersburg, IN

Well Finnegan's photoshoot was a success, but he was not happy about it 🤣🤣🤣

When its Halloween but @DutchBros is living in the future 🤣🤣🤣🤣 – at Linwood, IN

Not me complaining about wearing gloves at work again 😆 😅 😂 – at Williams Creek, IN

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM COMMERCIAL KITCHEN CHRONICLES! 🔧🔥 From all of us at Commercial Kitchen Chronicles, we want to wish our listeners, viewers, supporters, and everyone keeping the skilled trades alive a safe and Happy Halloween! Whether you're turning wrenches, troubleshooting equipment, answering emergency service calls, or enjoying some well-deserved time off, we appreciate YOU! 🎙️ GOT A STORY TO TELL? DON'T BE SCARED! 👻 Just because today is Halloween doesn't mean telling your story has to be scary! We're always looking for new guests to join us on Commercial Kitchen Chronicles – The Original Foodservice Equipment Repair Podcast! You don't have to be famous, own a business, have thousands of followers, or be an industry expert. You just have to have a story worth sharing. 🔧 How did you find your way into the skilled trades? 🔥 What challenges have you overcome? 💪 How has working in the trades changed your life? 🎯 What advice would you give someone considering a career in the trades? Whether you're in commercial kitchen equipment repair, HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, or another skilled trade, WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR STORY! Your experiences could be exactly what someone else needs to hear to take that first step into the trades. 🎙️ No scripts. No pressure. Just real conversations with real tradespeople. 📩 Send us a DM or reach out at [email protected] to join us for an upcoming episode! 👇 TAG A TRADESPERSON BELOW WHO HAS A STORY THAT DESERVES TO BE HEARD! 🎃 Happy Halloween, and remember… THE WORLD EATS BECAUSE THEY FIX! 🔧🔥 #HappyHalloween #CommercialKitchenChronicles #SkilledTrades #Tradespeople #FoodserviceEquipmentRepair #HVACR #BlueCollar #TradeCareers #PodcastGuests #SkilledTradesMatter – at Ingalls, IN

🔥 31+ YEARS OLD AND STILL COOKING! CAN TODAY'S EQUIPMENT SAY THE SAME? 🔥 Someone tightened a thermocouple so badly that part of the pilot safety came out WITH IT! 🤦‍♂️ On this service call, I'm bringing an old-school Blodgett deck oven back to life with a new Robertshaw TS11 pilot safety, thermocouple, and some Nylog White from Refrigeration Technologies! 🔧 Real-world troubleshooting. 🔥 Commercial gas oven repair. 💪 Equipment built to last DECADES! 💥 Are manufacturers building better commercial kitchen equipment today, or just adding more expensive problems? 🎥 WATCH THE FULL REPAIR ON YOUTUBE! 👇 youtu.be/HMCM5LUOgvc 💬 TECHS: What's the oldest piece of equipment you're still servicing? #Blodgett #CommercialKitchenRepair #FoodserviceEquipment #HVACR #SkilledTrades #NylogWhite #RefrigerationTechnologies #CFESA