Kristi Keegan
Livermore,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic Child Nutrition Manager with high interpersonal and customer service skills. Offering several years of experience assisting with meal prep and serving and preparing food. Sound knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures. Excels in communication, leadership, and problem-solving. Committed to fostering positive eating habits and ensuring compliance with all regulations and procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Nutrition Manager Special Programs
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, Colorado
12.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated self with integrity to provide the best quality child nutrition.
- Upheld all safety procedures for department policies and in compliance with Health Department Standards and state and federal regulations.
- Maintained ordering and inventory. Food quality, cost and waste.
- Kept detailed records of production and kitchen financials.
- Produced meal prep with great attention to freshness, eye pleasing and quality food.
- Consistently worked with staff to increase meal participation and provided the best customer care.
- Maintained and cleaned kitchen equipment, work areas, floors and drains.
- Provided on the job training for new employees. Participated in CREW to improve and support employee morale and appreciation. Provided support for other kitchens with inventory shortages/staff shortages. Always on time and/or provide support for substitutes.
Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager Summer
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, Colorado
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed multiple different allergen meals everyday.
- Managed, monitored and directed one other employee and worked closely with program department to ensure safety of allergen meals.
Head Chef
The Forks Mercantile
Livermore, Colorado
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Designed seasonal menus showcasing local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality And Culinary Arts Management
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, Colorado 05.2011 - 05.2013
General Education Diploma
Fort Collins, ColoradoSkills
- Exceptional customer service
- Thorough record keeping
- Meticulous detail to cleanliness
- Communication
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Allergen management
- Flexible/Coachable
- Will power
Certification
- ServeSafe Certified
- CPR Certified
- CERP training (AED emergency response)
Timeline
Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager Summer
Poudre School District
06.2025 - 07.2025
Child Nutrition Manager Special Programs
Poudre School District
12.2022 - Current
Head Chef
The Forks Mercantile
07.2020 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality And Culinary Arts Management
Front Range Community College
05.2011 - 05.2013
General Education Diploma