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Cory Huddleston

Knoxville,IL

Summary

Dynamic Food Service Program Manager with a proven track record at the Illinois Department of Corrections, excelling in strategic planning and project management. Expert in optimizing operations and enhancing team performance through effective leadership and problem-solving. Achieved significant reductions in food waste while ensuring compliance with safety standards, and security needs.

Experienced with coordinating and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to ensure seamless project execution. Track record of implementing process improvements and achieving project milestones.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food Service Program Manger

Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2017 - Current
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with Administrative and institutional Directives
  • Established strong relationships with Administration and Union ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Correction Food Service Supervisor 2

Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2017 - 03.2022
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
  • Closely monitored food safety procedures ensuring consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
  • Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
  • Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
  • Tracked food production levels, meal counts.

Night Stock

HyVee Foods
05.2014 - 02.2017
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Certifed Dietary Manager

Knox County Nursing Home
06.2012 - 02.2017
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and adjusting purchasing practices accordingly.
  • Optimized kitchen efficiency for better meal preparation and delivery, ensuring timely service to patients.
  • Partnered with dietitians in assessing patients' needs for therapeutic diets upon admission or during their stay at the facility.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives in response to performance metrics, enhancing overall department effectiveness.
  • Managed a team of dietary aides, providing ongoing coaching and support to ensure high-quality meal services for patients.
  • Conducted regular audits of food storage areas to maintain cleanliness standards and prevent contamination risks.
  • Enhanced food safety standards by implementing strict hygiene protocols and conducting regular staff training sessions.
  • Achieved budgetary goals through effective cost control measures, including bulk purchasing and negotiating vendor contracts.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Knox County Nursing Home
08.2005 - 06.2012
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Dish Washer

Knox County Nursing Home
08.2002 - 08.2005
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.

Education

Certificate in Dietary Management - Dietary And Nutrition

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
06-2015

High School Diploma -

Knoxville High School
Knoxville, IL
05-2005

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL
07-2004

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Project coordination
  • Critical thinking
  • Data collection & research

Certification

  • CM - Certified Dietary Manager Certification
  • Certified manager certificate in sanitation from serve safe
  • Certified Nursing assistant

Timeline

Food Service Program Manger

Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2017 - Current

Correction Food Service Supervisor 2

Illinois Department Of Corrections
03.2017 - 03.2022

Night Stock

HyVee Foods
05.2014 - 02.2017

Certifed Dietary Manager

Knox County Nursing Home
06.2012 - 02.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Knox County Nursing Home
08.2005 - 06.2012

Dish Washer

Knox County Nursing Home
08.2002 - 08.2005

Certificate in Dietary Management - Dietary And Nutrition

University of North Dakota

High School Diploma -

Knoxville High School

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Carl Sandburg College

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