Jennifer Ordaz
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented food service professional with experience in educational settings. Skilled in meal preparation, food safety compliance, and inventory management. Fostered positive relationships with students and staff during peak service times, ensuring efficient operations and high cleanliness standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Nutrition Worker
Southside High School
Fort Smith, AR
09.2021 - 09.2026
- Prepared breakfast and lunch items for Southside High School cafeteria service.
- Served students and staff during busy meal periods.
- Followed food safety rules and sanitation standards in kitchen areas.
- Replenished food lines, supplies, and beverage stations throughout service.
- Checked food temperatures and stored items according to school nutrition procedures.
- Supported cafeteria team with daily meal preparation and customer service.
- Provided menus and information on day's specials and assisted students in making ordering decisions.
- Provided nutritional guidance and counseling to students regarding healthy eating habits.
- Monitored temperature of foods during storage and service to ensure quality control.
- Organized food supplies and ingredients to ensure efficient meal production.
- Maintained proper portions on plates and coordinated food service.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local guidelines for child nutrition programs.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment daily to maintain hygiene standards., utensils, surfaces, floors and other areas to maintain a sanitary environment.
Education
NorthsideHigh School
Fort Smith, ARSkills
Bilingual
Team collaboration
Multitasker
Fast-paced worker
Quick learner
Timeline
Child Nutrition Worker
Southside High School
09.2021 - 09.2026
NorthsideHigh School