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Latasha Powell

Rocky Mount,NC

Summary

Dynamic Child Nutrition Worker with proven leadership at Nash Rocky Mount Schools, excelling in meal preparation and nutrition education. Enhanced efficiency through innovative inventory management and streamlined processes, while fostering a supportive team environment. Committed to maintaining high food safety standards and delivering exceptional service, ensuring all dietary needs are met effectively.

Experienced with child nutrition services, ensuring balanced and safe meal preparation. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of dietary requirements and food safety protocols to support healthy eating habits. Knowledge of effective teamwork and adaptability to meet changing needs and goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Nutrition Worker

Nash Rocky Mount Schools
09.1999 - Current
  • Prepared nutritious meals in compliance with federal and state dietary guidelines.
  • Monitored food safety standards during meal preparation and service.
  • Collaborated with staff to streamline meal service processes for efficiency.
  • Educated students on healthy eating habits through interactive programs.
  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and nutrition policies.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to reduce food waste effectively.
  • Conducted nutritional assessments to ensure student dietary needs were met.
  • Generated menus for [Number] children based on preferences, wellness goals and dietary needs.
  • Inspected meals served for conformance to prescribed diets, palatability and appearance.
  • Led team meetings to discuss menu planning and improve service delivery.
  • Managed cash register operations, maintaining balanced drawers and resolving discrepancies.
  • Processed transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring positive customer experiences.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted in monitoring students'' food allergies and dietary restrictions, ensuring safe meals for all.
  • Increased efficiency in meal preparation by organizing workstations and prepping ingredients ahead of time.
  • Established rapport with students by engaging them during mealtimes and addressing their concerns or feedback about meals.
  • Played an integral role in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
  • Provided guidance and assistance to new Child Nutrition Workers, fostering a supportive workplace atmosphere.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rocky Mount High
Rocky Mount, NC

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Human Services

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
08-2019

Skills

  • Leadership qualities
  • Supervisory experience
  • Meal preparation
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Meal planning
  • Recipe development
  • Nutrition
  • Dietary needs
  • Meal serving
  • Meal cooking
  • Mass food service experience
  • Kitchen equipment operations
  • Catering experience
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Workplace safety
  • Excellent communication
  • Food preparation
  • Safe food handling
  • Cash register operation
  • Food portioning and packaging
  • Food preservation and storage methods
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Food presentation
  • Food storage
  • Kitchen station restocking
  • Inventory control
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Inventory management
  • Accurate cash handling
  • Adaptability
  • Order fulfillment

Timeline

Child Nutrition Worker

Nash Rocky Mount Schools
09.1999 - Current

High School Diploma -

Rocky Mount High

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Human Services

Colorado Technical University
Latasha Powell