Dietary Aide / Food Service Technician in New Mexico

Dietary aides prepare and deliver meals to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities — ensuring residents receive nutritionally appropriate food with compassion and care. It's an accessible entry into healthcare settings with a pathway to become a certified dietary manager or dietitian.

$28,025 NM Median Salary
7% Growth Rate
2–4 weeks Training

💰 Dietary Aide / Food Service Technician Salary in New Mexico

Estimated salary range for Dietary Aide / Food Service Technicians in New Mexico, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$23,000
Median
$28,025
Experienced
$38,000

🎓 Dietary Aide / Food Service Technician Licensing in New Mexico

Credential required: ServSafe Food Handler + CDM (dietary manager, for senior roles)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the New Mexico state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Dietary Aide / Food Service Technician Programs in New Mexico

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Dietary Aide / Food Service Technician in New Mexico

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Career College

Carrington College-Albuquerque

📍 Albuquerque, NM
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

📍 Ranchos de Taos, NM
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Santa Fe Community College

📍 Santa Fe, NM
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Central New Mexico Community College

📍 Albuquerque, NM
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