Christopher "Adam" Istre
Slidell,LA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Nutrition Director
Slidell Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Managed and operated 3M dollar high traffic hospital dining Facility
- Achieved 20% increase in employee engagement survey with in first year
- Successfully transitioned to Morrison Healthcare contracted food service from self-operated unit
- Cultivated positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Time management and patient experience was elevated through workstation and job flow streamlining leading to a 30 minute cut to production & delivery time.
- Help to create and implement new system wide menu to enhance patient experience
Food And Nutrition Director
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed and operated high traffic hospital dining facility
- Increase revenue by $2 dollars by per patient day for the year ending 2021
- Achieved 20% increase with in first year and maintained employee engagement 10% higher than HCA average
- Increase rebate percentage by $1.41 per adjusted patient day
- Ended 2021 year 18% higher than previous year for patient experience
- Work with key stake holders to achieve departmental goals.
Executive Chef
Xavier University of Louisiana
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Hired, trained, and managed kitchen personnel
- Oversaw all kitchen and food operations
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Worked in accordance with all Food Safety Regulations
- Sourced food locally when possible.
Executive Chef
Tulane Medical Center
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Developed and implemented money-saving strategies while increasing productivity
- Contributed to a positive and team-oriented environment
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Hired, trained, and managed kitchen personnel
- Brought forth creativity and innovative food ideas
Executive Chef
The Landing at Berhman
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Oversee day to day operations including:
- Creating quality from scratch product for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
- Create weekly schedules staying within allotted labor hours
- Ordering product while staying within allotted monthly budget
- Creating weekly menus for seasonal menu cycles
Education
Bachelors of Science - Culinary Arts
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05.2011
Associate of Science -
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA12.2010
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, LA05.2005
Skills
- Advanced Communication
- Safety, Sanitation, and Quality Controls
- Hospitality and Culinary Management
- Vendor/Inventory Management
- Multi-outlet Operations
- Guest Service Excellence
- Team Management
- Staff Development
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Budget Management
- Issues Resolution
Certification
ServSafe Manager
ServSafe National Restaurant Association
Credential ID: 25613073
Issued Apr 2024 · Expires Apr 2029
References
- Courtney Kleeb -
VP Surgical Services/Shock Trauma from North Oaks Hospital (601) 985-7568
- Marc Junot -
Assistant Administrator from Lakeview Regional Medical Center (985) 630-2701
- Tim Mohon -
District Manager from Aramark (865) 919-9845
Timeline
Food and Nutrition Director
Slidell Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Food And Nutrition Director
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 08.2022
Executive Chef
Xavier University of Louisiana
09.2018 - 06.2019
Executive Chef
Tulane Medical Center
09.2014 - 09.2018
Executive Chef
The Landing at Berhman
01.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelors of Science - Culinary Arts
Nicholls State University
Associate of Science -
Nicholls State University
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
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