School Cafeteria Technician: Nutritious Meals

Orleans Parish School Board; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NOLA Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Technician to prepare nutritious meals that meet district and state standards, while keeping a clean and sanitary kitchen. The role supports cafeteria management and ensures accurate food temperature logging and safe handling.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and nutrition/service training with applicable experience, and can work independently in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• School food service training and 3 years of experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and interpret recipes; math to adjust recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares nutritious meals using correct food preparation techniques and standardized recipes.
• Operates large and small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintains good practices in the kitchen and follows established hygiene.
• Completes daily food temperature logs and refrigerator/freezer temperatures for safety.
• Gives clear oral instructions to other Technicians as needed.
• Stores deliveries and removes garbage from kitchen/cafeteria area.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Written & oral instructions

Recipe interpretation

Math skills

Physical health/fitness

Independence

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food service training + 3 years experience preferred

Job description

NOLA Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Technician to prepare nutritious meals that meet district and state standards, while keeping a clean and sanitary kitchen. The role supports cafeteria management and ensures accurate food temperature logging and safe handling.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and nutrition/service training with applicable experience, and can work independently in a fast-paced school setting.