Claudette Harris
Busy Town Child CareCenter
Clover,SC
39
years of professional experience
Versatile and organized kitchen assistant with strong skills in food preparation and cleaning. Known for effective communication and training abilities, contributing to team efficiency and quality meal delivery.
Work History
Kitchen Cook/Assistant Teacher
6 Months- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to children's dietary needs and preferences.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards during meal preparation.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with staff to create weekly menus that promote healthy eating habits.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce food waste and improve efficiency.
- Developed and implemented new recipes enhancing variety in meal offerings for children.
Dietary Assistant
4 Years 8 Months- Assisted in meal planning to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions.
- Prepared nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure effective communication regarding residents' dietary requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, adhering to safety regulations.
- Trained new dietary assistants on food preparation procedures and sanitation protocols.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables, assembling plates, and serving meals during peak hours.
- Ensured food safety standards were met by adhering to proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures.
- Enhanced team efficiency through effective communication with kitchen staff, dietitians, and nursing personnel.
- Helped create a positive work environment by actively supporting coworkers during busy times or when additional assistance was required.
- Implemented feedback from residents to improve meal offerings and service quality.
- Supported the achievement of nutritional goals for patients by carefully measuring ingredients and following recipe guidelines.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen area for efficient meal preparation and service.
- Maintained high standards of personal hygiene to minimize risk of cross-contamination while preparing meals for immunocompromised patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing customized meal plans according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Developed and maintained accurate nutrition records and databases.
- Educated patients and families on nutrition management.
- Developed and implemented nutrition care plans.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Cafeteria Worker/Kitchen Staff Member
4 Years 5 Months- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students in compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas, ensuring safety standards were met.
- Implemented improved workflows that enhanced meal service delivery during peak hours.
- Fostered positive relationships with students to promote healthy eating habits and nutrition awareness.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Enhanced food quality by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation areas.
- Received and stored incoming supplies according to procedures.
Dietary Aide Assitant
10 Months- Collaborated with dietary team to develop and implement nutrition plans for residents.
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Delivered meals to residents, maintaining safety and sanitation standards throughout service.
- Monitored food inventory levels, assisting in procurement of necessary supplies.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Prepared special dietary meals to meet individual patient needs, promoting better health outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changes in dietary guidelines, ensuring compliance with latest health standards.
- Assisted in creating nutritional education materials for patients, fostering better understanding of healthy eating habits.
- Reduced meal preparation times by optimizing kitchen operations, without compromising food quality.
- Trained new staff on dietary guidelines and kitchen procedures, elevating team competency levels.
- Improved patient nutrition with carefully planned and prepared meals according to dietary needs.
- Organized kitchen workflows, enabling team to prepare meals more efficiently.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
Cafeteria Worker/Staff Assistant
3 Years- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients while resolving any issues promptly and efficiently.
- Established strong working relationships with coworkers through excellent communication skills which led to improved teamwork capabilities.
- Developed communication materials for parents and staff to enhance engagement.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of school events and activities.
- Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters and tables.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
- Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to the dining room.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
- Prepared a variety of nutritious meals to meet diverse dietary needs and preferences.
- Ensured clean and welcoming environment by diligently cleaning tables and counters after meal services.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, greeting guests with a smile and making them feel at home.
- Streamlined dishwashing and cleaning processes, minimizing downtime and keeping cafeteria in top condition.
- Developed system for managing peak times effectively, reducing wait times and avoiding overcrowding.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by organizing food preparation areas and streamlining workflows.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and safety, conducting regular checks and adhering to health regulations.
- Fostered team-oriented a team-oriented atmosphere, collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure smooth operation of the cafeteria.
- Enhanced customer experience with friendly and prompt service, ensuring all patrons felt valued and attended to.
- Promoted healthy eating by preparing and highlighting nutritious meal options, contributing to the well-being of patrons.
- Ensured timely meal service by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak periods.
- Handled special dietary requests from customers with care, ensuring their needs were met while adhering to established protocols.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in the cafeteria.
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines.
- Served as a reliable team member during flexible scheduling demands, consistently arriving on time for all assigned shifts ready to contribute positively to the day''s work activities.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
- Maximized food safety by consistently following proper food handling procedures and storage guidelines.
Dietary Aide Leader
3 Years 10 Months- Assisted in menu planning to ensure diverse, nutritious, and appealing meal options for patients with various dietary needs.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Provided ongoing support to patients with complex dietary needs, monitoring their progress and adjusting meal plans as required.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding food safety and sanitation through strict adherence to guidelines and regular inspections.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized meal selections and accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals by effectively organizing distribution schedules among Dietary Aide team members.
- Promoted patient well-being by actively participating in interdisciplinary care teams focused on nutrition management plans.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Cleaning and sanitizing
Food preparation
Safe food handling
Customer service
Nutrition education
Food prep
Food presentation
Sauce making
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of teamline work.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Achieved work by completing working together with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
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