Professional in healthcare support with experience in dietary services. Expertise in meal preparation, food safety, and nutrition. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable, with skills in communication, organization, and customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Food Service Assistant
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
Completed daily tasks such as dishwashing, trash removal, and restocking while adhering to established safety protocols.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during meal times.
Contributed to team success by proactively assisting coworkers during peak hours or covering shifts when needed.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
Supported inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and alerting supervisor when restocking was necessary.
Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Patient Nutrition Assistant
North Fulton Medical
08.2015 - 06.2023
Implemented patient-specific meal plans leading to 25% better compliance
Trained 10+ staff members on proper food handling procedures
Reduced food waste by 15% through efficient meal preparation
Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Collaborated with dietitians to ensure optimal nutrition for patients with specific dietary needs.
Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to schedule changes or additional assignments as needed in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborated with dieticians to improve nutrition plans by 20%
Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
Sales Associate
Goodwill
01.2009 - 06.2012
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northshore High School
Slidell, LA
Skills
Meal Planning and Preparation
Nutritional Analysis
Food Safety Compliance
Inventory Management
Patient Interaction
Dietary Program Development
Time Management
Team Collaboration
Certification
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) - Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals
Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association
Nutrition Care Process Certification - Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics