Jacob Taylor
Smiths Grove,KY
Summary
Ambitious leader with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu analysis, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers, vendors, and facility leaders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
Trevecca Center For Rehabilitation And Healing
Nashville, TN
08.2022 - Current
- Improved customer satisfaction by implementing innovative menu options and quality control measures.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Managed staff schedules with 30+ employees and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Enhanced employee retention through comprehensive training programs and professional development opportunities.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, optimizing food costs and minimizing waste.
- Streamlined operations to increase efficiency, resulting in timely meal service and improved guest experience.
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
NHC Healthcare
Glasgow, KY
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Improved customer satisfaction by implementing innovative menu options and quality control measures.
- Enhanced employee retention through comprehensive training programs and professional development opportunities.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, optimizing food costs and minimizing waste.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent supply of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Implemented health and safety guidelines consistently, maintaining an exemplary sanitation record.
- Established positive working environment through effective communication and team-building exercises.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Trained over 50 staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Education
Certified Dietary Manager Certificate -
University of Florida
Registered Proctor & Certified Instructor -
ServSafe
Skills
- Food Safety Compliance
- Menu Development
- Waste Reduction
- Nutrition Expertise
- Cost Control
- Vendor Relations
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
Trevecca Center For Rehabilitation And Healing
08.2022 - Current
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
NHC Healthcare
08.2018 - 08.2022
Certified Dietary Manager Certificate -
University of Florida
Registered Proctor & Certified Instructor -
ServSafe