KISHA NETTLES
BEREA REHAB AND NURSING HOME
Fredericksburg,VA
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
Administered daily dietary support to maintain compliance with nutrition guidelines and strengthen collaboration between healthcare teams and kitchen staff.
Work History
Dietary Cook
3 Months- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure dietary restrictions were met consistently.
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents' specific needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
Dietary Assistant Manager
1 Year 5 Months- Manage food service operations, ensuring adherence to clinical nutrition guidelines and safety standards (HACCP/Title 22).
- Facilitated collaboration between healthcare teams and kitchen staff, enhancing meal quality tailored to patients' needs.
- Facilitate collaboration between healthcare teams and kitchen staff to deliver quality meals tailored to patients' needs.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food service standards through guidance and support.
Dietary cook
2 Months- Collaborated with nursing staff to accommodate specific resident dietary needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals for residents following dietary guidelines.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to safety regulations.
Assistant General Manager
8 Years 11 Months- Directed daily operations, maintaining professional environment for guests and staff, ensuring consistent service quality and positive guest experiences.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively, enhancing guest satisfaction and reinforcing brand reputation.
- Managed financial tasks, including sales reporting and cost containment, to support profitability and operational efficiency.
Assistant
9 Years 8 Months- Managed front-of-house operations, ensuring adherence to operational standards and protocols for optimal guest experiences.
- Led team initiatives to prioritize guest satisfaction, contributing to a positive work environment and enhancing service quality.
- Handled staff recruitment, development, and scheduling while conducting performance assessments to address customer concerns and improve team effectiveness.
Education
ASSOCIATES, A.A.S. - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Skills
- Assisted with food plating and visual presentation.
- Supported plate setup and service presentation.
- Replenished supplies and restocked kitchen items.
- Followed sanitation procedures and cleaning routines.
- Maintained clean kitchen conditions.
- Kept kitchen spaces organized and ready for service.
- Practiced safe food handling during preparation and service.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks.
- Used basic cooking methods and techniques.
- Prepared meals according to instructions.
- Assembled menu items with care and consistency.
- Checked food quality before service.
- Helped with meal planning tasks.
- Managed inventory records and supply counts.
- Followed dietary restriction requirements.
- Stayed aware of common allergens.
- Supported menu development activities.
- Applied food safety practices during daily work.
- Controlled portions during meal service.
- Monitored food temperatures for safety.
- Prepared meals with nutrition needs in mind.
- Maintained schedule records and daily timing.
- Assisted with menu planning tasks.
- Substituted ingredients when needed.
- Adjusted meals based on special requests.
- Prepared therapeutic meals as directed.
- Supported nutritional supplementation needs.
- Collected feedback from guests and staff.
- Applied knowledge of special diet needs.
- Modified recipes to match dietary needs.
- Used kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
- Followed diet requirements with accuracy.
- Applied diet and nutrition knowledge in kitchen tasks.
- Recognized nutritional deficiency concerns.
- Used food preparation techniques for efficient service.
- Followed hygiene practices closely.
- Trained staff on kitchen procedures.
- Understood nutrition requirements for special diets.
- Practiced sanitary routines throughout shift.
- Brought catering experience to service tasks.
- Worked well with team members.
- Resolved work issues through practical problem-solving.
- Managed tasks with strong time control.
- Paid close attention to detail.
- Used problem-solving skills to support kitchen flow.
- Handled multiple tasks efficiently.
- Delivered reliable support during shifts.
- Communicated clearly with staff and guests.
- Stayed organized in fast-paced kitchen settings.
Certification
State Food Safety 2025
Timeline
Dietary Cook
WATERCREST SENIOR LIVING GROUP
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Dietary cook
HERITAGE HALL, REHAB AND NURSING HOME
04.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Dietary Assistant Manager
BEREA REHAB AND NURSING HOME
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Assistant General Manager
JRI HOSPITALITY RESTAURANTS
08.2015 - 07.2024Read More
Assistant
PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY
07.2005 - 03.2015Read More
Northern Virginia Community College
ASSOCIATES, A.A.S. from HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
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