Jade Serrano
Rosenberg,TX
Summary
Dedicated Child Nutrition Specialist with a proven track record in meal planning, nutrition education, and maintaining high food safety standards. Committed to enhancing student engagement and promoting healthy eating habits.
Child nutrition expert with strong background in developing and implementing nutritious meal plans for children. Known for ability to collaborate with teams, adapt to changing needs, and achieve impactful results. Skilled in dietary assessment, menu planning, and food safety. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards in every task.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Nutrition Specialist
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
3801 Avenue N // B.F. Terry High School
08.2024 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented nutrition education programs for students and families.
- Coordinated meal planning to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Monitored food service operations for quality and safety standards.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance student engagement in nutrition activities.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on nutrition best practices and policies.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in food preparation areas, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Daycare Teacher//Worker
Noah's Little Ark
Rosenberg, TX
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans promoting cognitive and social development in young children.
- Facilitated daily activities fostering creativity, communication, and motor skills among preschoolers.
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques to maintain a supportive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental concerns effectively.
- Prepared educational materials and resources enhancing learning experiences through hands-on activities.
- Monitored children's health and safety, ensuring compliance with childcare regulations and policies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Monitored children's progress and adjusted teaching strategies accordingly, ensuring optimal learning outcomes.
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
7-eleven
Rosenberg, TX
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of store displays and merchandise areas.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking shelves to ensure product availability.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty retention.
- Trained new staff on cash handling procedures and customer service standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, contributing to a positive customer experience.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated POS terminals and cash drawer balancing.
- Greeted customers upon entry, creating positive first impression and fostering loyalty.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
B.F. Terry High School
Rosenberg05-2019
Skills
- Educational programming
- Cooking demonstrations
- Health promotion
- Meal planning
- Allergy management
- Meal preparation
- Meal preparation
- Sanitation procedures
- Portion control
- Recipe development
- Nutrition
- Allergy awareness
- Menu planning
- Food portioning
- Kitchen equipment operations
- Wellness coordination
- Meal serving
- Meal cooking
- Mass food service experience
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Money handling
- Decision-making
- Cash handling
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Sanitation standards
- Self motivation
- Nutritional knowledge
- Monitoring food preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Professionalism
- Staff training
- Food plating and presentation
- Excellent communication
- Customer satisfaction
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved having no food ready, which led to getting a few other coworkers to help cook; so the food can be on the line for students.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Child Nutrition Specialist
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2024 - 02.2026
Daycare Teacher//Worker
Noah's Little Ark
11.2022 - 03.2023
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
7-eleven
01.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
B.F. Terry High School