Meena Ramdass
East Orange,NJ
Summary
Experienced Foodservice Director bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong nursing home staff to assist 215 residents daily. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while ensuring kitchen is within state and federal health regulations. Positive and upbeat with residents, Administrator and team members alike.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foodservice Director
Lucent
05.2008 - Current
- Developed strategies for minimizing waste during food preparation processes by utilizing proper portioning techniques and reusing ingredients when appropriate.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Supervised a staff of over 30.
- Inserviced/monitored/instructed & trained staff to continuously be state survey ready
- Developed a strong team atmosphere within the kitchen staff, enhancing productivity and employee retention rates.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve resident satisfaction
- Conducted regular staff inservice meetings
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements
Assistant Foodservice Director
Alaris Health Care
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Developed strategies to improve food service levels for busy facility handling 495 meals each day.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Guyana High School
Berbice, Guyana06.1998
Skills
Purchasing
Menu development
Collaboration and Teamwork
ServSafe Food Manager
Food Safety Compliance
Policy Implementation
Customer Service
Safe Food Handling
Staff Supervision
Meal Planning
Scheduling Staff
HACCP Protocols
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Achieved deficiency free survey through motivating, educating, guiding, and inservicing staff.
Certification
- Certified ServSafe Manager.......Current
- Certified Dietary CFM...................Current
Timeline
Assistant Foodservice Director
Alaris Health Care
09.2020 - 12.2021
Foodservice Director
Lucent
05.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Guyana High School