Kerry Batres
Williston,VT
Summary
History of working well in fast-paced environments, that provide diverse and useful services targeted on specific needs. Strong skill set in tracking, analyzing, and reporting on progress, as well as implementing enhancements to drive growth. Energetic and innovative leader and team member.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition & Wellness Coordinator Chittenden County
Age Well
875 Roosevelt Hwy Ste 210
04.2022 - Current
- · Continue to create and maintains a general atmosphere of warmth, friendliness and welcome at meal sites and when interacting in the community. Promote diversity, while developing and maintaining local community support through regular contact with local community organizations and groups.
- · Continuing to build and maintain a volunteer leadership at meal sites, coordinating and training volunteers to assist in record keeping, ordering meals, set up, clean up and when necessary coordinate transportation.
- · Gather accurate data and attendance in accordance with the Older American's Act Guidelines and submit data for further analyses, submit donation and other meal site data electronically when available including daily bank deposits in compliance with Federal guidelines.
- · Manage program participant's registration information confidentially and submit in a timely manner.
- · Working knowledge of the Older Americans' Act Guidelines as related to Meal site and Meal on Wheels programming including procedures for determining eligibility and process for safety checks.
- · Participate in mandatory Quarterly Nutrition Meetings, Quarterly all staff-staff meetings, Monthly Nutrition Team phone meetings and additional training as offered by Age Well.
- · Troubleshoot and participate in planning for the expansion and innovation of the Age Well Nutrition programs.
- · Continue to grow and in some cases repair difficult relationships with community partners to a healthy and thriving relationship.
- Nov 6 2023-Jan 31 2024- Assisted in I & A return calls during open enrollment and staff transitional time. 2 hours per day, 5 days a week.
- Jan 31 2024 to Current- During transitional staff time, took on the role of Nutrition Support Specialist.
Nutrition Support Specialist
Age Well
875 Roosevelt Hwy Suite 210
10.2021 - 03.2022
- · Responsible for the maintenance of the ServTracker software application in order to manage, track, report and bill for nutrition program client services.
- · Provided oversight, and technical knowledge of the installation, application, and operations of multiple database systems.
- · Assisted in the preparation of reports by gathering, integrating and analyzing data.
- · Managed the details of program intakes, assessments, tracking meal preferences, service changes and delivery schedules for volunteer and staff management.
- · Provided nutrition program support for day to day needs by tracking contracts, invoices and initiatives, communicating and emailing external and internal stakeholders, and coordinating the program's needs and processes across the organization.
- · Identified, analyzed, and resolved nutrition program and administrative operations issues and challenges that were central to conducting the activities of the nutrition program.
- Assisted in the development of nutrition program guidelines and procedures.
Production Cook Supervisor
Philo Ridge Farm
Charlotte
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented kitchen policies and procedures to support employee relations and management initiatives
- Initiated streamlined process and practices for managing inventory with various departments within the farm, ensuring efficiency and clear communication
- During an abrupt management transition, implemented a proactive employee communication strategy to facilitate minimal disruption to the business.
Line Cook and Cafe Associate
Chef's Corner Cafe and Bakery
Williston
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Excelled in working multiple positions with focus and attention to detail
- Consistently maintained a well stocked, clean and organized environment
- Communicated effectively and clearly with all members of kitchen and front of house staff
- Offered exemplary customer service in a fast paced environment while balancing the needs of multiple customers.
Line Cook Intern
Cafe Provence
Brandon
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Completed a 700 hour internship as a first year culinary student at The New England Culinary Institute
- Refined communication and conflict resolution experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills with experience as a lead line cook managing kitchen staff
- Thrived on tough challenges and readily found creative solutions to enhance efficiency.
Center and Meals Coordinator
Heineberg Community Senior Center
Burlington
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed Meals and Nutrition Program by offering monthly cooking classes, planning and preparing simple breakfast and lunch items, and weekly food distribution
- Developed and maintained partnerships with Vermont Food Bank, Everyone Eats, Age Well and Hannaford's
- Front Desk Coordinator assisting participants in connecting with community resources via in-person and over the phone
- Assisted in maintaining Center supply inventories and coordination of building and grounds projects.
Education
Culinary, Professional Cooking -
New England Culinary Institute
Montpelier, VT10.2017
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Leadership
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Flexibility
- Excellent communication skills
Timeline
Nutrition & Wellness Coordinator Chittenden County
Age Well
04.2022 - Current
Nutrition Support Specialist
Age Well
10.2021 - 03.2022
Center and Meals Coordinator
Heineberg Community Senior Center
07.2020 - 10.2021
Production Cook Supervisor
Philo Ridge Farm
03.2019 - 05.2020
Line Cook and Cafe Associate
Chef's Corner Cafe and Bakery
11.2017 - 03.2019
Line Cook Intern
Cafe Provence
04.2017 - 09.2017
Culinary, Professional Cooking -
New England Culinary Institute