Dontrell
Ypsilanti
Summary
Dynamic Dietary Manager skilled in staff training and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Experienced in developing nutrition programs and overseeing dietary services, consistently achieving high standards in resident satisfaction and safety compliance. Results-driven Dietary Manager with expertise in compliance with health regulations and dietary program development. Proven ability to coordinate meal planning and manage inventory, ensuring high-quality dietary services. Quality-focused department leader with top-notch skills in dietary management and team leadership. Well-versed in collaborating with dietitians to set patient and overall menus and cultivating positive resident relationships to meet all needs. Bringing many years of related experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Manager
Optalis of Canton health care
Canton
01.2024 - Current
- Managed dietary operations and compliance with health regulations.
- Developed and implemented nutrition programs for residents' dietary needs.
- Trained staff on food safety practices and proper meal preparation techniques.
- Coordinated meal planning to accommodate special diets and preferences.
- Oversaw inventory management of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals on residents' nutritional assessments.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen facilities for cleanliness and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of dietary services and resident meal consumption.
- Maintained records of patient diets including any special requirements or restrictions.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinated food inventory and maintained costs within budget guidelines.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on proper food handling techniques.
Dietary Aide/Cook Shift Leader
Regency at Canton
Canton
07.2013 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff in daily food preparation and cooking activities.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations consistently.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, techniques, and kitchen procedures effectively.
- Managed inventory levels for ingredients and supplies to optimize usage.
Dietary Aide/Cook
Four Seasons Nursing Center
Westland
12.2004 - 08.2019
- Prepared and served nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Assisted residents with meal selection and personal dining preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frank Cody High School
Detroit, MI06-1999
Skills
- Nutritional program development
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training
- Meal planning
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Dietary Manager
Optalis of Canton health care
01.2024 - Current
Dietary Aide/Cook Shift Leader
Regency at Canton
07.2013 - Current
Dietary Aide/Cook
Four Seasons Nursing Center
12.2004 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Frank Cody High School