Nichelle Callahan
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Responsible professional with extensive experience in nutrition. Skilled in creating individualized meal plans, and educating on nutrition. Strong communication skills and committed to effectively working with healthcare professionals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Assistant Manager
Gardens Of Oakley
02.2024 - Current
- Assist the dietary director to ensure the dining experience meets federal, state, and local standards
- Assist the dietary director in daily tasks I create the bi-weekly schedule I maintain the weekly and daily audits in the main kitchen and both satellite kitchens to ensure they meet state standards
- Created and implemented a daily task list for dietary aides, created a daily task list for cooks
- I assist in inventory control and with putting the weekly delivery away
- Ensure that each unit has snacks
- I assist the Dietary Director with interviewing and hiring potential candidates
- I assist in writing up corrective actions and termination forms
- I train new cooks and dietary aides on proper procedures and equipment
- Cook as needed I assist our tray line team to ensure meals are going out hot
- Audit employees to ensure tickets are being read properly Ensure residents are getting correct meals
- I monitor the walk-in fridge and freezer and discard outdated items, check inventory
- Deliver meals to residents, assist in assembly of snack trays and meal trays Help maintain attendance records Assist the activity department with functions Check daily work schedule to ensure daily tasks are being completed.
Cook
Health Care Services Group
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Cooked from scratch recipes for patients, reading tray tickets to ensure the patient gets the proper meals, making menu substitutions as needed, and washing dishes
- Assisted with employee events
- Collaborate with nutritionists to develop menus that meet the dietary needs of patients
- Implement and maintain proper food handling and sanitation standards to ensure the safety of patients and staff
- Ensure the proper storage and handling of food to maintain sanitation and prevent foodborne illnesses.
Kitchen Manager
Luminary by La Terza
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen at Luminary by La Terza, a coffee shop
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and high-quality food preparation
- Developed and implemented menu planning and inventory management strategies
- Created original recipes for baked goods such as cakes, muffins, and cookies
- Responsible for morning opening prep and filling customer orders
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation standards were met in the kitchen
- Played a key role in the successful launch of the restaurant in June
- Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and productivity in the kitchen operations, such as streamlining processes, optimizing inventory management, and reducing waste.
Administration Assistance
Backyard Products
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Answered phones and assisted customers
- Scheduled builders
- Handled customer complaints.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Dietetic Technology Registered - Dietetic Technology
Cincinnati State Tech
Cincinnati, OHAssociate degree in hospitality management -
International Business College
Cincinnati, OH10.1999
Skills
- Office Management
- Customer Service
- Cooking
- Menu planning
- Knife skills
- Inventory management
- Stocking
- Culinary Experience
- Meal Preparation
- Food Safety
Personal Information
Title: Dietary supervisor
Timeline
Dietary Assistant Manager
Gardens Of Oakley
02.2024 - Current
Cook
Health Care Services Group
08.2023 - 02.2024
Kitchen Manager
Luminary by La Terza
05.2023 - 07.2023
Administration Assistance
Backyard Products
12.2021 - 03.2023
Associate of Applied Science in Dietetic Technology Registered - Dietetic Technology
Cincinnati State Tech
Associate degree in hospitality management -
International Business College