Enthusiastic Regional Supervisor of Child Nutrition with several years of experience in USDA child nutrition programs. Effectual skills include planning, implementation and evaluation of schools' child nutrition programs in order to meet nutritional and educational needs of participating children while following federal, state and local guidelines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Nutrtion Regional Supervisor
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2023 - Current
Oversaw training sessions for cafeteria personnel in proper food handling techniques.
Charted daily meals for reimbursable funds on site-specific POS software programs.
Created work and vacation schedules, maintaining records of tardiness and absenteeism.
Monitored quarterly training of school nutrition staff for consistency and completion using professional standards tracker.
Monitored student participation in meal service activities and provided feedback to staff as needed.
Maintained accurate inventory system for food and supplies, reducing food waste and preventing over-ordering.
Collaborated with school administrators to ensure compliance with USDA regulations regarding child nutrition programs.
Managed food production operations, including menu planning, ordering, inventory control, and sanitation standards.
Developed strategies to increase awareness of healthy eating habits among students, families, and staff members.
Cafeteria Manager
IDEA Public Schools
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2022 - 09.2023
Reviewed invoices from suppliers against purchase orders placed; identified discrepancies as needed.
Ordered necessary supplies for the efficient operation of the cafeteria.
Ensured compliance with health codes and regulations in the cafeteria kitchen.
Managed daily operations of cafeteria, including customer service, food preparation and inventory management.
Maintained accurate records of sales transactions, inventory levels, employee performance evaluations and other operational data.
Maintained presentation and cleanliness of prepared foods display cases and delivered spotlessly clean work environment by following company safety and sanitation procedures.
Dietary Manager
Nexion Healthcare
Patterson, LA
01.2013 - 01.2015
Manage staff in proper food preparation and handling techniques, and safe operation and maintenance of equipment
Complete work schedules and assignments, conducts inventories, purchasing within budget
Function as a member of the Case Management Team.
Health/Nutrition/Mental Health Manager
CDI Head Start
Plaquemine, LA
01.2012 - 01.2014
Provide health screening for children and low-income families
Organize and plan nutritional meals in compliance with USDA regulations
Purchase food items and supplies for head start facilities
Track and monitor health and dental records
Develop and implement health-conscious curriculum to students using age-appropriate instruments.
Health Educator (Nutrition Service Supervisor)
Daughters of Charity
New Orleans, LA
01.2011 - 01.2013
Educate families on nutritional patterns and health outcomes
Prepare financial reports for WIC State Agency
Design and implement standardized health-conscious curriculum
Supervise other health educators.
District Manager
Healthcare Service Group
Jackson, LA
01.2015
Oversee menu planning and the purchasing of food and supplies
Develop and manage budget, analyze financial reports and identify trends
Direct and coordinate employees within district, support implementation of corporate programs
Enforce all safety and sanitation regulations
Responsible for 6 state funded mental health facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southern University A&M College
01.2011
Skills
Budget Management
Patient Education
Payroll Management
Purchasing/Inventory
Operations Management
Policy Enforcement
Staff Development
Training and Mentoring
References
Brandon Smith, Louisiana State University /Community Liaison, 225-907-3839
Linda Richardson RD, Healthcare Service Group / Area Manager, 985-215-2417
Kevin Branch, Compass Group /Director of Food, 610-580-7548
Coordinator of Special Support Programs at East Baton Rouge Parish School SystemCoordinator of Special Support Programs at East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Director, Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) at East Baton Rouge Parish School SystemDirector, Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) at East Baton Rouge Parish School System