Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition Services Manager
Collier County Public Schools
04.2019 - Current
Implement Nutrition Programs aligned with USDA guidelines to improve student health outcomes.
Manage daily operations of food services, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Oversee staff training programs, enhancing team performance and service delivery efficiency.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the nutrition services team, encouraging feedback and implementing suggestions for enhancements to service provision.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including health department guidelines and accreditation requirements related to food service operations.
Foster a positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee recognition initiatives.
Increase efficiency in meal preparation tasks through the optimization of kitchen workflows and resource allocation.
Create staff schedules that balanced workload demands while maximizing productivity levels across the team.
Enhance team performance by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for nutrition services staff.
Reduce food waste by implementing effective inventory management and portion control strategies.
Maximize quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
Nutrition Services Assistant Manager
Collier County Public Schools
08.2016 - 04.2019
Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines and dietary restrictions.
Coordinated daily inventory management for food supplies, minimizing waste and maintaining stock levels.
Implemented safety protocols during food handling, enhancing hygiene standards across service areas.
Trained new staff on proper food service techniques and equipment usage, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Monitored food quality and presentation standards, ensuring compliance with district regulations and policies.
Ensured accurate portion control through diligent measurement of ingredients during all stages of food preparation.
Assisted in training new hires on proper food handling, sanitation practices, and other essential aspects of the Nutrition Services Assistant role.
Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
IUTPEC
04-1989
Skills
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Process Improvement & Optimization
Analytical Problem Solving
Budgeting & Cost Control
Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Conflict Resolution
Organizational & Time Management Skills
Accomplishments
Serve Safe Certified
Led the school nutrition program through a USDA Administrative Review with zero findings
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Nutrition Services Manager
Collier County Public Schools
04.2019 - Current
Nutrition Services Assistant Manager
Collier County Public Schools
08.2016 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences