Child Nutrition Kitchen Technician

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA/HSA

Indemnity Plans

401k Matching

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid STD & LTD

Wellness Program Incentives

Employee Referral Bonus

EAP

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Job summary

The Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is seeking a Food Technician to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children, deliver meals to classrooms, and maintain sanitary kitchen operations. You will work under guidance to ensure menus meet CACFP requirements and support overall nutrition education.

Responsibilities include purchasing supplies, coordinating with the Lead Food Technician and Nutritionist, and keeping records.

Qualifications

• Food Technician coursework or training in foods, nutrition and/or dietetics preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Safe Serve certification preferred.
• Knowledge of CACFP requirements desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares foods per Head Start policies, menus and recipes.
• Purchases foods and supplies for the planned menus for enrolled children and staff.
• Delivers meals to classrooms ready for family style service.
• Maintains sanitation, safety and storage per health department standards.
• With nutritionist, adjusts menus for infants, toddlers and dietary needs.
• Maintains cost control, budget and CAFCP records.
• Assists teachers with developing food activities for children.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutrition knowledge

CACFP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Safe Serve Certificate

Job description

The Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is seeking a Food Technician to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children, deliver meals to classrooms, and maintain sanitary kitchen operations. You will work under guidance to ensure menus meet CACFP requirements and support overall nutrition education.

Responsibilities include purchasing supplies, coordinating with the Lead Food Technician and Nutritionist, and keeping records.