Kelsey Perez
Nappanee,IN
Summary
Dedicated Dietary Aide skilled in meal preparation, food safety, and client assessment. Committed to enhancing resident satisfaction through nutritious meal service and maintaining high hygiene standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Aide
Majestic Care
Goshen, IN
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Assisted in serving food and beverages during meal times.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas following hygiene standards.
- Supported kitchen staff with food storage and inventory management.
- Communicated dietary needs effectively with residents and healthcare team.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of nutrition practices.
- Collaborated with team members to improve meal service efficiency and resident satisfaction.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Delivered snacks to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
- Gathered soiled tablecloths and dietary linens and delivered to laundry.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
Home Care Management
Visiting Angels Living Assistance Living
Nappanee, Indiana
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Investigated incidents or complaints related to homecare services and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained homelike environment for residents to support plan of care.
- Provided ongoing education about disease processes, symptom management and follow up care instructions.
- Conducted home visits to assess respite care needs of clients and their families.
- Developed, implemented and monitored Home Care policies and procedures.
- Provided advice on how to care for hair at home between visits including use of appropriate products and shampoos .
- Provided guidance on best practices for client care management processes.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment, medication management and crisis intervention.
- Provided personal care services, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming patients in their homes.
Cashier
Dairy Queen
Goshen, Indiana
01.2000 - 01.2022
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests.
- Handled cash, credit, and gift card transactions securely.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Pneumatics Production Worker
KMC Controls
New Paris, Indiana
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Operated machinery to assemble components for HVAC control systems.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production schedules efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment and processes.
- Followed detailed work instructions to complete assembly tasks accurately.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors for prompt resolution.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Ensured proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors, and transport equipment to meet production needs.
Sales Associate
L.A. Tan
Goshen, Indiana
01.2011 - 02.2014
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the tanning salon environment.
- Operated various tanning equipment while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Acellus Academy
Nappanee, INSkills
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Meal preparation
- Client assessment
- Table setting
- Sanitization
- Flexible schedule
Certification
Notary Public
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Majestic Care
04.2024 - 09.2025
Home Care Management
Visiting Angels Living Assistance Living
01.2022 - 09.2023
Pneumatics Production Worker
KMC Controls
01.2018 - 10.2020
Sales Associate
L.A. Tan
01.2011 - 02.2014
Cashier
Dairy Queen
01.2000 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Acellus Academy