Beverly Armstrong
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated healthcare and dietary professional with over ten years of experience in nursing homes, rehab facilities, and private homes. Skilled in delivering quality care while ensuring cleanliness, patient dignity, and proper nutrition. Experienced in fast-paced, team-oriented environments, maintaining safety and sanitation standards. Committed to fostering positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lunch Aide
Whitsons Culinary Group
Burbank, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and handled food safely and cleanly, sanitized kitchen equipment, served food to students and staff, and maintained accurate records for food service operations.
- Followed proper food handling techniques while preparing meals in accordance with health codes.
- Assisted in the preparation of lunch items, such as sandwiches and salads.
- Cleaned and organized all cafeteria areas before, during, and after meal service to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and maintained inventory levels.
- Greeted customers warmly and provided information about menu items to enhance their dining experience.
- Reported student concerns to school staff and Whitsons Culinary Group supervisors.
Dietary Aide
Burbank Rehabilitation Center
Chicago, IL
10.2024 - 12.2025
- 1 delivered meals to residents, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines and restrictions. maintained clean and safe, and serving areas. followed infection control protocols while managing food inventory to ensure availability of supplies.
- Delivered meals and snacks to patient rooms and dining areas.
- Prepared meal trays following diet orders for rehabilitation center residents.
- Supported residents during meal times by providing assistance with feeding, ensuring their comfort and nutritional needs were met. and meal setup as needed.
Dietary Aide
Symphony nursing home/ Yona solution
Chicago, Illinois
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Delivered personalized meal services for long-term care residents, collaborating with nursing and dietary teams to ensure adherence to health and nutrition standards.
- Prepared resident meals following therapeutic diet orders at rehabilitation center
- Plated foods to ensure proper portion sizes and presentation for residents with attention to portion control and meal presentation
- Delivered trays to residents' rooms to ensure timely service and satisfaction to residents and collected used service items
Home Health Care Aide
Addus home care
Chicago, IL
03.2014 - 01.2020
- Delivered personal care, companionship, and meal preparation for elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Assisted with medication reminders, housekeeping, and daily living tasks. Maintained detailed reports and followed care plans under supervisor direction.
- Provided essential personal care and support for clients in their homes to enhance daily living activities.
- Observed and tracked client health conditions during visits, promptly reporting any changes to home care supervisors.
- Supported clients with meal preparation and feeding, maintaining hydration to promote overall well-being.
Education
General study (High school diploma or GED) -
Martin Luther King Jr High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Food service experience
- Nutritional support experience
- Meal Service Coordination
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Organizational skills
- Customer Service
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Lunch Aide
Whitsons Culinary Group
08.2025 - Current
Dietary Aide
Burbank Rehabilitation Center
10.2024 - 12.2025
Dietary Aide
Symphony nursing home/ Yona solution
09.2021 - 09.2024
Home Health Care Aide
Addus home care
03.2014 - 01.2020
General study (High school diploma or GED) -
Martin Luther King Jr High School