Dynamic Assistant Dietary Manager with a proven track record at The Landing Senior Living, enhancing patient satisfaction through personalized meal plans and strict adherence to food safety regulations. Skilled in budget management and vendor relations, I effectively reduced food waste while fostering strong team communication and training in sanitation protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Dietary Manager
The Landing Senior Living
05.2022 - Current
Improved patient satisfaction by creating personalized meal plans tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations regarding food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices, leading to consistently high inspection scores.
Managed day-to-day operations within the dietary department, delegating tasks appropriately among team members based on skill sets and workload considerations.
Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing and timely deliveries of essential supplies.
Assisted in budget management, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions without sacrificing quality or nutrition standards.
Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
Played an integral role in successful health inspections through meticulous attention to detail during routine cleaning routines and equipment maintenance checks.
Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through effective communication and team-building activities.
Enhanced overall patient experience by incorporating innovative meal presentation techniques that showcased the appealing nature of nutritious foods.
Caregiver
The Landing Senior Living
11.2023 - Current
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Server
The Landing Senior Living
04.2021 - Current
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Assistant Dietary Manager
The Grove
05.2024 - 04.2025
Facilitated open lines of communication between kitchen staff and healthcare providers to address concerns promptly and effectively.
Reduced food waste significantly by implementing portion control measures and efficient meal preparation techniques.
Enhanced staff performance with thorough training on proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing and timely deliveries of essential supplies.
Assisted in budget management, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions without sacrificing quality or nutrition standards.
Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.