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Lisa R. Henderson

Desoto,TX

Summary

Results-driven leader with professional background as Director of Student Nutrition. Proven success in developing and implementing nutrition programs, managing budgets, and overseeing department operations. Noteworthy strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, problem solving, excellent communication and project management skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Student Nutrition Services

Texans Can Academies
Dallas, TX
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive nutrition program for students, including menu planning, food purchasing, and nutritional education.
  • Coordinated with school staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to student nutrition services.
  • Established goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the student nutrition program.
  • Created and managed budgets for the student nutrition department.
  • Conducted regular reviews of menus to ensure they meet nutritional standards and special dietary needs of students.
  • Monitored food quality in accordance with health codes and safety standards.
  • Developed training programs on proper sanitation techniques for cafeteria staff members.
  • Served as a liaison between parents and guardians, students, school administrators, vendors, community organizations and other stakeholders regarding student nutrition services.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to purchase food supplies at favorable prices while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Provided professional development opportunities for cafeteria personnel on topics such as food safety, customer service skills.
  • Reviewed invoices from suppliers to ensure accuracy of orders placed by cafeteria staff.
  • Maintained inventory records of food items purchased by the student nutrition department.
  • Ensured that all equipment used in the preparation of meals is properly maintained and serviced regularly.
  • Assisted in implementing new technologies into the student nutrition program to improve efficiency and cost savings.
  • Advised school administrators on policy matters related to student nutrition services.
  • Prepared reports summarizing activities within the student nutrition department for review by senior leadership team members.
  • Participated in local conferences related to child nutrition issues such as obesity prevention or healthy eating habits.
  • Actively sought out grant funding opportunities which could be used towards expanding or improving existing programs within the district's student nutrition department.
  • Inspected food for flavor, temperature and appearance on regular basis.
  • Maintained accurate inventory system for food and supplies, reducing food waste and preventing over-ordering.
  • Created work and vacation schedules, maintaining records of tardiness and absenteeism.
  • Followed USDA child nutrition menu patterns and requirements for grades served.
  • Inspected work, storage and servicing areas to determine safety and sanitation compliance.
  • Oversaw daily child nutrition recordkeeping for breakfast, lunch and snack meals.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Developed departmental budget on annual basis in conjunction with professionals.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.

Education

Associate of Science - General Studies

Mountain View College
Dallas, TX
08-2015

Skills

  • Executive Team Leadership
  • Inventory report generation
  • Budgeting Department Finances
  • Vendor Relations
  • Employee training
  • Performance management
  • Excellent Verbal / Written communication
  • Business Development
  • Staff Development
  • Business Administration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Student Nutrition Services

Texans Can Academies
09.2022 - Current

Associate of Science - General Studies

Mountain View College

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