NANCY WEIKERT
DAVENPORT
Summary
Dedicated Dietary Cook with a strong focus on safe food handling and menu planning. Proven ability to prepare nutritious meals that adhere to dietary restrictions while maintaining kitchen sanitation and organization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Cook
Oak Park Place LLC
Menasha, WI
02.2017 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with dietary team to create weekly menus focusing on resident satisfaction.
- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to enhance team efficiency. Morning Opener forAxp 7 years. Last 2 years evening cook.did aide work as wellECT, Stocking help with manager position when needed.Scratch cooking.
Dietary Cook
Manor Care
Appleton, WI
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to enhance team efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management practices, reducing food waste and optimizing supply usage.
- Assisted in evaluating resident feedback to improve meal offerings and dining experiences.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper nutritional care for residents' health needs.
Dietary Cook
Parkside Assisted Living
Little Chute, WI
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Supervised kitchen operations, fostering a collaborative environment among culinary staff for improved workflow.
- Ensured consistent flavor profiles across dishes by carefully measuring ingredients according to established recipes.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and safety protocols.
- Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.Special Diets
Deitary Cook
Emerald Valley Assident Living
Appleton, WI
09.2011 - 04.2012
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and individual resident needs.
- Collaborated with dietitians to develop menu plans for diverse dietary requirements.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of fresh ingredients daily.
DELI ANdCook
Copps Grocery Store
Neenah, WI
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions. Also Cooked Foods for the line,Cleaning
Dietary Cook
Stering House Assident Living
Neenah, WI
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
- Ensured timely meal service by coordinating cooking schedules and prioritizing tasks based on patient needs.
- Kept accurate records of patient dietary information for reference during meal planning and preparation stages.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal taste and nutritional value.
Waitress Baker
Brakes Resturant
Neenah, WI
10.2003 - 06.2008
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff on menu knowledge and service standards. Also did baking,was my husband and my resturant.also did receipts for the bussiness
Education
No Degree - Have Been Cooking For Apx 34 Years
LM HIGH
Letts, IA06-1977
Skills
- Food presentation
- Supply restocking
- Sanitation procedures
- Kitchen organization
- Food assembly
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Cooking techniques
- Meal preparation
- Plates presentation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Meal planning
- Diet adherence
- Therapeutic meals
- Nutritional supplementation
- Portion control
- Kitchen equipment mastery
- Menu planning
- Ingredient substitution
- Temperature control
- Nutrition
- Allergen awareness
- Dietary restriction compliance
- Schedule maintenance
- Sanitary practices
- Acquainted with hygiene practices
- Nutritional deficiencies
Timeline
Dietary Cook
Oak Park Place LLC
02.2017 - 06.2026
Dietary Cook
Manor Care
04.2015 - 03.2016
Dietary Cook
Parkside Assisted Living
09.2013 - 03.2015
Deitary Cook
Emerald Valley Assident Living
09.2011 - 04.2012
DELI ANdCook
Copps Grocery Store
01.2011 - 06.2011
Dietary Cook
Stering House Assident Living
09.2008 - 06.2011
Waitress Baker
Brakes Resturant
10.2003 - 06.2008
No Degree - Have Been Cooking For Apx 34 Years
LM HIGH