Alan Nielsen
Tinton Falls,NJ
Summary
Experienced food service leader dedicated to fostering teamwork and delivering exceptional results. Focuses on client relationships, building trust, and demonstrating transparency, availability, and flexibility to meet all client needs. Proven track record in managing kitchen operations, streamlining inventory processes, and providing top-notch customer service. Proficient in training staff, devising menu plans, and adapting to evolving demands. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and results-oriented mindset throughout career.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Director
Aramark
08.2019 - Current
- Direct and manage 1.1Million in revenue in 2 profit centers
- Monitored food quality and freshness during all stages of preparation, storage, and service to ensure consistently excellent dining experiences for guests.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs through efficient inventory management and supplier negotiations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- 20 direct reports
- Student population of 3,000
- Maintains strong relationship with students, staff, and administration
- Calculate and follow budget, service plan, and menu
- Compliant with all NSLP guidelines
- Verse in all USDA requirements, paperwork, and guidelines
- Control and utilize inventory to maximum return
- Develop innovative ideas to drive increased options to meet changing menu demands
- Engineered steady participation growth for 6 consecutive years
- Ensure training for employees in all new and existing food and safety protocols
- Serve Safe certified
Food & Beverage Manager
Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club
07.2013 - 08.2019
- Create daily lunch and dinner specials by working directly with the Head Chef
- All Staff Scheduling
- Responsible for maintaining inventory levels of all food and beverages, in range of $100,000 +
- Scheduling for all banquet events, such as menu, timetable, staffing
- Perform closing manager duties such as server closeout reports, building closeout reports
Food Service Supervisor
Aramark
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Successfully Implemented numerous programs designed to increase sales
- Maintain proper inventory levels
- Prepare daily and weekly menu plan
- Keep within a set budget, both purchasing and payroll
- Schedule staff to properly meet needs of preparation and service
- Maintain relationships with vendors and salespersons from suppliers
Customer Sales Representative
Pepsi-Cola
03.1992 - 02.2014
Education
B.A. - Science; Digital Marketing
Arizona State University
01.2024
A.S. - Science; General Studies
Ocean County College
01.2020
Skills
- Ordering and purchasing
- Staff training and development
- Sanitation standards
- Staff leadership
- Food presentation
- Food safety compliance
- Strategic planning
- Staff supervision
Accomplishments
- Achieved consecutive contract renewals by consistently exceeding expectations.
- Collaborated with teams in each profit center to increase the quality as well as quantity of catered events.
- Partnered with local food pantry to help families in need have access to meals during times when school is not in session.
References
Available Upon Request
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Allergen Awareness Training Certificate – State-specific programs or ANSI-accredited providers.
- TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) Alcohol Certification – Health Communications, Inc.
Timeline
Food Service Director
Aramark
08.2019 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Aramark
08.2018 - 07.2019
Food & Beverage Manager
Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club
07.2013 - 08.2019
Customer Sales Representative
Pepsi-Cola
03.1992 - 02.2014
A.S. - Science; General Studies
Ocean County College
B.A. - Science; Digital Marketing
Arizona State University