Episode 115: From Restaurant Roots to Refrigeration: Nick Pattas' Journey in Foodservice Repair

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/ This episode is brought to you by RIDGID. https://www.ridgid.com/  Some invent to change the world, at RIDGID we invent for those who build it. In 1923, we invented the modern pipe wrench and since then everything that carries the RIDGID name has been designed and crafted for strength, effectiveness and legacy. We’ve made it our mission to build for the world's expert tradespeople – those who know the limits of the job and how to exceed them. These tools are known the world over as industry-leading products that allow professionals complete jobs more quickly and reliably. We celebrate our shared dedication to the trades. And promise, as long as you keep going we’ll keep building the tools of performance your work demands. Commercial Kitchen Chronicles https://commercialkitchenchronicles.com/