Casandra Cardona
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NSLP Coordinator
Academies of Math & Sciences
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2024 - Current
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
Bid Analyst
Shamrock Foods
Phoenix, AZ
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Reviews all school bid requests, outlining key information and RFP (Request for Purchase) specifications.
- Prepare branch-specific school bids for all Shamrock locations, working cross-functionally with other internal departments to compile all required data.
- Manage vendor/broker relationships by coordinating price requests, and all necessary documentation.
- Code contracts and product matching for all school bids.
- Monitored item changes and managed external (customer) and internal (cross-functional) communication.
CNS Program and Catering Specialist
Roosevelt School District
Phoenix, AZ
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted in planning, implementing, coordinating, reviewing, and evaluating of food service program menus and operations for all sites to ensure compliance with regulations of the USDA Child Nutrition Programs.
- Created recipes and production training materials for managers and staff.
- Successfully implemented and executed district catering program including marketing, menu development, costing and invoicing.
- Managed all administrative aspects of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Summer Food Service Program, and Special Dietary accommodations.
- Assisted with training CNS managers on all CNP Programs.
- Worked with department to utilize USDA resources for all sites.
- Conducted taste tests and provided nutrition education to enhance the quality of the students experience.
Child Nutrition Program Specialist
Arizona Department of Education
Phoenix, AZ
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Responsible for conducting reviews of local program sponsors to determine compliance with USDA regulations and state policies.
- Prepared comprehensive reports of findings and corrective actions and provides technical assistance to program sponsors.
- Regularly updated review materials for state use as well as materials used for training program sponsors.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing and presenting training materials for program participants.
- Partnered with colleagues to plan and execute annual SFSP Summit
Customer Experience Lead
Athleta
Phoenix, AZ
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Coordinated weekly in-store events for community outreach.
- Arranged daily operational tasks such as; processing shipment, replenishment, and damages.
- Ensured store is staffed accordingly in regard to store budget and payroll budget.
School Nutrition Specialist Intern
Paradise Valley Unified School District
Phoenix, AZ
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Ensured food safety and quality by enforcing sanitation protocols and production documentation at facilities.
- Delegated tasks, performed site visits, and provided crucial feedback to foodservice workers.
- Implemented regulations required of NSLP and SBP.
- Fully operated any of the 44 foodservice facilities within the district.
- Assessed the nutrition program's budget, individual sites' inventory, and purchasing.
- Collected data, identified trends, and formulated progress reports.
- Identified best practices within facilities and implemented them throughout the department.
- Evaluated menu items to ensure nutritious, appetizing food is provided for students.
- Organized specification binders for menu analysis, collected nutrition/CN labels and product formulation statements in preparation for 2018 Administrative Review.
Sales Associate/ Key Holder
Jimmy Choo
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2010 - 01.2015
- Demonstrated impeccable clientele skills and utilized active client book to meet goals.
- Implemented extensive and current product/brand knowledge to maximize sales and customer experience.
- Displayed diligent time management skills to complete all operational responsibilities including; weekly transfers, receiving and processing replenishment, inventory adjustments.
- Assisted management with weekly sales report and new employee training.
Education
Masters of Public Health - Nutrition
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Food & Nutrition Management)
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2016
Skills
- USDA Child Nutrition Program experience
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Inventory Control
- Food Production
- Customer Service
- Administrative and organizational skills
- Public Speaking
Affiliations
The Taste Workshop (2016)
Culinary Assistant Intern
Halle Heart Children’s Museum (2016)
Culinary Assistant to the Registered Dietitian
St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank (2016)
Family Dinner Service Assistant
Certification
ServSafe Food Manager
Timeline
NSLP Coordinator
Academies of Math & Sciences
02.2024 - Current
Bid Analyst
Shamrock Foods
04.2022 - 02.2024
CNS Program and Catering Specialist
Roosevelt School District
07.2020 - 04.2022
Child Nutrition Program Specialist
Arizona Department of Education
04.2018 - 07.2020
Customer Experience Lead
Athleta
09.2017 - 04.2018
School Nutrition Specialist Intern
Paradise Valley Unified School District
07.2016 - 05.2017
Sales Associate/ Key Holder
Jimmy Choo
10.2010 - 01.2015
Masters of Public Health - Nutrition
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Food & Nutrition Management)
Arizona State University
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