FoodTEC

Orange County Food Training and Education Center (FoodTEC) is a workforce and skills development training and education center located at SUNY Orange on the Newburgh campus.

FoodTEC is a hub for preparing individuals in the region’s food & beverage, hospitality, food safety, and nutrition industries. It provides industry-recognized training and certifications for a wide range of industry occupations and creates career and educational pathways.

FoodTEC is dedicated to advancing economic mobility and empowering our communities through training and education.

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Business & Professional Courses & Trainings

See our full listing of courses & trainings HERE

Unlock Your Potential: Enroll In  FoodTEC’s Workforce Programs! Whether you aim to continue your education, land your first job in the food and hospitality industry, or climb the ladder in your existing job, our programs can be your path to employment!

Our Food Industry Training Programs are designed by industry professionals and experts, just for you! Dive into the world of  Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Food Safety, and Nutrition at FoodTEC! Whether you are looking to gain the skills necessary to land your first job or you are a current food service worker looking to earn industry-recognized credentials, our comprehensive courses will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to succeed in the culinary field.

Our Workforce Programs Offer:

• Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced chefs and industry professionals who are passionate about sharing their skills.
• Hands-On Training: Gain practical hands-on experience and paid on-the-job training, preparing you for the demands of the food industry.
• Paid On-The-Job Training: Earn while you learn. Our workforce program matches you with a paid internship and supports you in finding a job.
• Tuition Assistance: If you are a resident of the Mid-Hudson Region of New York who makes under $25 per hour, you are eligible for tuition assistance. 

Don’t miss the chance to transform your passion for food into a rewarding career. Sign up today and take the first step towards your future in the vibrant world of food and hospitality! 

Grow Your Workforce With FoodTEC

FoodTEC offers low-cost on-site or online training solutions! Let us partner with you to train your workers so you can focus on growing your business. We understand the critical role of finding the right talent and training them to help your company thrive!

We are ready to support you with industry-recognized certificate training programs and help you fill your open positions with qualified and skilled candidates who align with your company’s culture, skill set, and experience requirements.

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Industry Partnerships

FoodTEC’s aims to build and maintain strong connections with industry partners through its Advisory Council and internship partners. By uniting experts and stakeholders, we strive to cultivate strong partnerships to address workforce training challenges, and identify critical gaps in training and workforce needs within the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors. 

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Commercial Kitchen and Event Space

OC FoodTEC at SUNY Orange Newburgh offers a variety of facilities that can accommodate groups of 20 to 150, Incubator kitchens, demo kitchens and spaces available for your organization’s conferences and meetings ranging from state-of-the-art kitchens and beautiful event space overlooking the grand Hudson River. Spaces are handicapped accessible and come with a range of optional amenities including catering, parking, and  audiovisual services.