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Kaitlyn Vaz

Salem

Summary

Enthusiastic and adaptable professional with diverse experience in food service, dietary support, and recreational coaching. Skilled in delivering excellent customer service, maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation, and fostering positive, inclusive environments. Demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities, with proven success in multitasking, problem-solving, and motivating individuals of all ages. Committed to supporting well-being and growth.

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Work History

Dietary Aid

Prestige Senior Living
  • Maintained strict food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with ServSafe guidelines.
  • Communicated with residents and staff to ensure satisfaction amongst residents and in addition, adapted to meal plans in order to accommodate for unique individual needs.
  • Paid close attention to individual dietary requirements, including diabetic, low-sodium, and texture modified diets.
  • Empathy and communication with elderly clientele.
  • Teamwork in a healthcare setting.

Food Service

The Athletic Edge Adventure Park
  • Prepared and served food and beverages, consistently following ServSafe food safety guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of all foodservice areas.
  • Made a variety of food items and ensured food supplies were properly stocked and organized.
  • Provided friendly, efficient customer service.


Recreational Gymnastics Coach

The Athletic Edge Gymnastics

  • Taught gymnastics skills to children ages 2–14 while adapting instruction to various age groups and individual abilities.
  • -Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that promoted physical fitness, skill development, and teamwork amongst participants.
  • -Maintained a safe environment by closely supervising activities and enforcing safety protocols.
  • -Cultivated a positive, inclusive atmosphere that encouraged confidence and participation among all athletes.
  • -Leadership and effective group instruction while providing clear communication with children and parents.

Education

B.S. - Nutrition Dietetics

Utica University
Utica, NY
12.2025

Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics

Utica University
Utica
12.2026

Associate Science -

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
08-2025

Associate General Studies -

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
08-2025

Associate of Arts -

Chemeketa Community College
Salem
08-2025

Skills

  • Effective time management
  • Effective problem resolution
  • Strong accountability
  • Facilitating positive team dynamics
  • Data analysis proficiency
  • Skilled in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Food Preparation
  • Communication
  • Leadership & mentorship
  • Empathy & compassion
  • Organizational Skills

Certification

  • First Aid, CPR, AED
  • ServSafe

Timeline

Dietary Aid

Prestige Senior Living

Food Service

The Athletic Edge Adventure Park

B.S. - Nutrition Dietetics

Utica University

Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics

Utica University

Associate Science -

Chemeketa Community College

Associate General Studies -

Chemeketa Community College

Associate of Arts -

Chemeketa Community College
Kaitlyn Vaz