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Celia Gonzales Baldomero

American Canyon,CA

Summary

I am a dedicated food service professional with over 16 years of experience in institutional food service operations. My expertise encompasses managing both front and back of house operations, including staffing, catering events, menu planning, procurement, inventory management, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards. Driven by a passion for quality food and service, I strive to share this enthusiasm with the students of Vacaville Unified School District. I stay current with food trends to provide nutritious, delicious, and locally sourced meals that promote healthy habits and sustainability for our future leaders.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Nutrition Supervisor

Vacaville Unified School District
10.2023 - Current
  • Monitored food service operations during meal times for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Successfully secured an Employee Assistance Grant within the first three months of employment.
  • Developed an engaging salad bar menu featuring visuals, videos, and standardized recipes to enhance student participation.
  • Increased sales by implementing effective strategies within four months of hire.
  • Executed a new menu design and established a standardized recipe and testing process to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Organized, coordinated and executed the three annual largest catering events for the entire district.

Food Service Supervisor, Per Diem

Sutter Healthcare - Mills Peninsula Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
  • Manage nutrition and food service department's patient services, supervise a workforce of 100+, ensure compliance with regulations, and work on continuous department improvements.

Area Supervisor, Student Nutrition Services

San Francisco Unified School District
01.2018 - 09.2023
  • Student Nutrition Area Supervisor for the Richmond & Sunset Areas, overseeing foodservice operations, compliance with regulations, fiscal activities, and staff training.

Nutrition Services Supervisor

Kaiser Permanente
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Oversee food and room service operations, monitor food preparation, supervise personnel, and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and staff communication.
  • Reduced food waste through careful inventory management and meal planning based on patient needs and preferences.

Culinary Manager

UCSF Benioff Oakland Children's Hospital - Morrison
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Manage patient services and retail operations, collaborate on menu cycles, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Attracted new clientele with creative marketing initiatives such as themed events or special promotions highlighting unique culinary experiences.
  • Implemented detailed recipe documentation procedures, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation across all dishes served.

Dietary Manager

Kindred Healthcare
07.2013 - 12.2013
  • Manage food production and safety, create training for staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and address resident food preferences.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by developing and implementing well-balanced, nutritious meal plans tailored to individual dietary needs.
  • Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.

Dietetic Services Supervisor Intern

ANFP Approved Dietary Manager Training Program
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Completed supervised practice, maintained quality compliance, and assisted in patient care satisfaction.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

Administrative Assistant, Dietetics

Queen of the Valley Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Provided administrative support, managed budget analysis, and coordinated departmental inquiries.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.

Education

Graduate of ANFP Approved Dietary Manager Training Program -

Merritt Community College
Oakland, CA
05.2012

BA Nutrition Food Service Management -

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
05.2008

Skills

  • Competent in all USDA Federally Funded Student Meal Programs - CACFP, NSLP, SSO
  • ServSafe Manager Instructor/Proctor Certified
  • Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Chat, Meet)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Proficient with all social media, mobile and computer platforms
  • Train and retain staff with leading by example and being consistent in communication
  • Strong problem resolution skills with use of persistence, intelligence and empathy
  • Ability to adapt to change with willingness to change behavior or strategy as needed, to adjust to change in workforce and/or environment
  • Effective interpersonal skills by means of maintaining openness, diversity, active listening and positivity

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, 03/01/25
  • Certified Dietary Manager/Certified Food Protection Professional, 05/01/13

Timeline

Child Nutrition Supervisor

Vacaville Unified School District
10.2023 - Current

Area Supervisor, Student Nutrition Services

San Francisco Unified School District
01.2018 - 09.2023

Food Service Supervisor, Per Diem

Sutter Healthcare - Mills Peninsula Medical Center
01.2016 - Current

Nutrition Services Supervisor

Kaiser Permanente
01.2015 - 01.2016

Dietary Manager

Kindred Healthcare
07.2013 - 12.2013

Culinary Manager

UCSF Benioff Oakland Children's Hospital - Morrison
01.2013 - 01.2015

Dietetic Services Supervisor Intern

ANFP Approved Dietary Manager Training Program
01.2012 - 12.2012

Administrative Assistant, Dietetics

Queen of the Valley Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2012

Graduate of ANFP Approved Dietary Manager Training Program -

Merritt Community College

BA Nutrition Food Service Management -

San Francisco State University

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