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Work History
Education
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Maryann Hurd

Quality Life Services
New Castle,PA
26
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Dedicated Dietary Cook experienced in food preparation and sanitation. Achieved high standards of service and timely meal delivery through adherence to dietary guidelines and effective multitasking in fast-paced kitchen environments. Focused on enhancing kitchen efficiency and staff training in food safety protocols.

Work History

Dietary Cook

22 Years 4 Months
Quality Life Services NewCastle | 04.2004 - Current
  • Prepare meals and prepmeals following dietary guidelines and resident preferences. make sure food is at the right temps etc..
  • Cook meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
  • Trained new staff on food safety protocols and proper cooking techniques.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and safety protocols.
  • prep all diets preferred as on tray lines ...{Regular ,mechanical soft, puree diets etc..}
  • serve tray lines,,lunch dinner make sure every tray and carts get out on time

Dietary Aide Before Cook

22 Years 4 Months
Quality Life Services | 04.2004 - Current
  • Delivered meals to residents promptly, maintaining high standards of service and hygiene.
  • Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food service processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
  • Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
  • Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
  • Prepared special dietary meals to meet individual patient needs, promoting better health outcomes.
  • wash pots and pans utensils etc..
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.

Dietary Aide

6 Months
Silver Oaks Nursing Home | 03.2002 - 09.2002
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
  • Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
  • Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas and food storage spaces.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.

Dietary Aide

1 Year 2 Months
Jameson Care Center | 06.2000 - 08.2001
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines for residents.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas and food storage spaces.
  • Monitored inventory levels, reporting shortages to ensure continuous food supply availability.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery and resident satisfaction.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.

Education

High School Diploma

Lawrence County Vocational Technical School | New Castle, PA

Commercial Art/Graphic Deisgn

  • Honor Roll 1998
  • Relevant Coursework: graphic art & commercial art
  • Extracurricular Activities: choir .FFA .softball ..Track

High School Diploma

Union Jr/Sr Highschool | New Castle Pa | 09.1989 - 06.1995

Skills

Nutritional plating
Meal aesthetics
Meal preparation
Sanitation procedures
Kitchen sanitation
Food presentation
Plates presentation
Supply restocking
Multitasking
Collaborative service
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
Excellent communication
Effective communication
Resident engagement

Timeline

Dietary Cook

Quality Life Services NewCastle
04.2004 - CurrentRead More

Dietary Aide Before Cook

Quality Life Services
04.2004 - CurrentRead More

Dietary Aide

Silver Oaks Nursing Home
03.2002 - 09.2002Read More

Dietary Aide

Jameson Care Center
06.2000 - 08.2001Read More

Union Jr/Sr Highschool

High School Diploma
09.1989 - 06.1995Read More

Lawrence County Vocational Technical School

High School Diploma
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Maryann Hurd