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Jody Smallwood

Columbus,IN

Summary

Versatile and empathetic professional with a strong background in food service and customer care, notably at GreenTree Assisted Living and Lincare. Excelled in team leadership and problem-solving, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations. Skilled in safe food handling and customer relations, achieving significant improvements in service delivery and operational efficiency.Skilled in driving all over Indiana and providing care to the elderly.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook's Assistant

Traditions Health Care
02.2024 - Current
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.

Caring for My Mom on Hospice

Self Employed
01.2022 - 02.2024

I took care of my mom while she was on hospice and through the last moments of her life. I provided all ADLS, grocery shopped for her,paid bills and anything she needed.I practically lived with my mom during this time.

Customer Service Representative

Lincare
03.2019 - 02.2022
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • I also drove DME equipment to PTs homes all over Indiana
  • I would set up oxygen tanks, beds,concentrators and portable toilets

Director of Food and Nutrition Services

GreenTree Assisted Living
07.2014 - 03.2019
  • Coordinated special events and banquets seamlessly, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased revenue by spearheading marketing initiatives and promotional events within the community.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards and best practices.
  • Oversaw inventory management processes, reducing spoilage rates while maintaining adequate stock levels for daily operations.
  • Maintained scheduling for all employees
  • put orders in for food each week
  • maintained payroll

Education

High School Diploma -

Columbus East High School
Columbus, IN
06-1998

Skills

  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Attention to detail
  • Food preparation
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Safe food handling
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Workplace safety
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer engagement
  • Kitchen staff support
  • Team leadership
  • providing ADLS
  • Hospice experience
  • Customer relations
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Client relations
  • Scheduling
  • Paperwork processing
  • Building rapport
  • Product sales
  • Stock management

Timeline

Cook's Assistant

Traditions Health Care
02.2024 - Current

Caring for My Mom on Hospice

Self Employed
01.2022 - 02.2024

Customer Service Representative

Lincare
03.2019 - 02.2022

Director of Food and Nutrition Services

GreenTree Assisted Living
07.2014 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

Columbus East High School
Jody Smallwood