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Corolana McCloskey
Littleton,CO
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated Dietary Aide with experience at Avantara St. Cloud, skilled in food safety and patient communication. Enhanced meal satisfaction through tailored dietary modifications and efficient kitchen workflows. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and service excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
Avantara St. Cloud
2025.10 - 2025.10
- Assisted in meal preparation and service for residents, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, promoting a safe environment.
- Supported nutritional needs by accurately following meal plans and portion control guidelines.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food delivery processes, enhancing service efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels of food supplies, reporting shortages to management for timely replenishment.
- Implemented sanitation practices in accordance with health regulations, maintaining high hygiene standards in food service operations.
- 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.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
Cashier
Love Inc of the Black Hills
2024.08 - 2025.08
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product selections.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery.
- Supported inventory management through restocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Dietary Aide
West Hills Village
2025.08 - 2025.10
- Engaged with residents to gather feedback on meals, contributing to menu improvement efforts.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and food handling procedures, ensuring compliance standards were met.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance goals, address challenges, and share best practices for continued growth and improvement.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in nutrition support services and foodservice operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to update patient diets, aligning with treatment plans.
- Assisted in creating nutritional education materials for patients, fostering better understanding of healthy eating habits.
- Adapted quickly to changes in dietary guidelines, ensuring compliance with latest health standards.
- Organized kitchen workflows, enabling team to prepare meals more efficiently.
- Maintained strict hygiene standards in kitchen, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Observed diners to respond to additional requests and determine when meal completed.
Education
Certified Cook - Cooking
Spring Field
Springfield, SD1992-06
Skills
Time management
Problem-solving
Cleaning and sanitizing
Customer service
Patient communication
Team collaboration
Verbal communication
Food handling safety
Relationship building
Food safety
Flexible schedule
Computer skills
Dietary modifications
Customer assistance
Time management skills
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Avantara St. Cloud
2025.10 - 2025.10
Dietary Aide
West Hills Village
2025.08 - 2025.10
Cashier
Love Inc of the Black Hills
2024.08 - 2025.08
Certified Cook - Cooking
Spring Field