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Work History
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Derrick Lawson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Roseland Community Hospital, enhancing team productivity through effective delegation and mentorship. Skilled in coordinating dietary needs and maintaining high standards of food safety. Adept at conflict resolution and fostering collaboration, ensuring exceptional patient satisfaction and streamlined operations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Worker

Roseland Community Hospital
  • Increased team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations.
  • Mentored junior employees, providing guidance on career development opportunities and growth strategies.
  • Drove process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and proposing effective solutions for their rectification.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between team members, promoting transparency and collaboration in decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced employee engagement through regular feedback sessions and performance evaluations.
  • Resolved conflicts within the team swiftly and professionally, maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.

Dietary Clerk

Roseland Community Hospital
01.2006 - Current
  • Built relationships to promote collaborative environment.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by accurately recording meal orders and ensuring dietary restrictions were followed.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changes in meal plans or patient dietary requirements.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by maintaining cleanliness standards in food preparation areas.
  • Expedited meal deliveries by efficiently organizing trays according to patient room numbers and dietary requirements.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions related to food safety regulations and best practices, staying current on industry guidelines.
  • Consistently met established deadlines for completing tasks such as tray assembly or dishwashing duties, minimizing delays in meal service schedules.
  • Delivered patient meal trays, beverages, snacks and floor stock.
  • Checked trays on tray line for accuracy, temperature and appearance.
  • Streamlined communication between nutrition services and nursing teams, resulting in better patient care coordination.
  • Assisted dietitians with nutrition assessments, supporting the development of personalized meal plans for patients.
  • Printed menus, tray tickets, tallies and nourishment labels.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns or requests promptly and professionally.

Education

N/A - N/A

Dunbar Vocational High School
Chicago, IL
06.1989

Skills

    I have the ability to Breakdown and clean dish machine

    Read patient diets and coordinate proper food items

    I can use scrubbing machine for the floors

    I have experience in running and working

    the trayline

    Also capable of heavy lifting

    Working storeroom position

    I work well with others

Certification

I also have my food handlers certificate.

Timeline

Dietary Clerk

Roseland Community Hospital
01.2006 - Current

Lead Worker

Roseland Community Hospital

N/A - N/A

Dunbar Vocational High School
Derrick Lawson