Briana Hairston
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Energetic dietary aide with several years of hands-on experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines paired with in-depth knowledge of cooking and baking appliance operations. Successful multitasker possessing positive attitude and great sense of humor.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
Nye Square
Fremont , NE
05.2011 - 07.2012
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to residents according to dietary guidelines.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food preparation and ingredient organization.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining areas, equipment, and utensils after meals.
- Delivered meal trays to residents, ensuring timely service and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient kitchen workflow.
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols during food handling processes.
- Recorded inventory levels of food supplies for restocking purposes.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Delivered snacks to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Assisted patients with special needs to eat meals, providing kindness and patience.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
- Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
- Worked closely with team members to update cleaning protocols and increase aide efficiency.
- Greeted visitors entering the kitchen area, provided them with information about services offered, and directed them accordingly.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fremont Senior High School
Fremont , NE05-2012
Skills
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Dietary needs assessment
- Inventory management
- Menu planning assistance
- Customer service
- Time management
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Nye Square
05.2011 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Fremont Senior High School