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Sandra Jones

Galax,VA

Summary

Experienced Nutrition Assistant with 19 years of experience serving healthy meals in Residential and School settings. Talented at menu planning, organizing and food preparation skills. Flexible and dependable when working with others and open to building new skills.

Highly motivated server with 19+ years of experience serving food to clients and school age children. Upbeat and friendly when greeting, serving and fulfilling requests of individuals. Speedy multi-tasker when serving many people at once.

Experienced in operating POS systems, taking orders, managing tables and maintaining smooth customer flows in fast-paced environment for 3 years for school aged children,

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Nutrition Education position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Nutrition Service Worker

Carroll County School District
08.2021 - Current
  • Prepared nutritious meals using standardized recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
  • Maintained a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork among colleagues and demonstrating strong communication skills.
  • Conducted routine cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, upholding high standards of hygiene throughout all workspaces.
  • FFE (Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for the Students)

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  • Performed daily temperature checks on refrigerators and freezers, ensuring proper storage conditions for perishable items.
  • Improved efficiency in the kitchen by assisting with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables, portioning ingredients, and assembling plates.

Attendant/Elderly Caregiver

Public Partnerships, PPL
01.2008 - 07.2020
  • Kept home clean, neat, and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
  • Collaborated with family members to improve overall service quality and guest experience.
  • Provided excellent customer service to family by promptly responding to inquiries and requests.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for family and facilitators through regular inspection and cleaning tasks.
  • Responded to client requests efficiently and with knowledgeable assistance.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by maintaining open communication with family and supervisors.
  • Executed daily tasks such as shopping, Dr, Appointments, assisted with bill paying, documentation, meals, and ADLs. Also assisted with hygiene, care of the house and daily outings.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with client to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
  • Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
  • Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy,
  • identifying potential issues before they escalated into larger problems.
  • Enhanced elderly resident's quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
  • Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare doctors well-informed.
  • Transported client to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations while documenting and sharing pertinent information with authorized parties.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each client, addressing specific needs and goals.

Childcare Provider

Project 365
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.

Residential Specialist

Martin Manor
12.2005 - 11.2007
  • Actively participated in ongoing training opportunities to grow professionally and enhance service delivery for all residents.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with local resources, connecting residents to essential services within the community as needed.
  • Positively interacted with residents, which helped to demonstrate proper behavior and communication.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures to keep group home safe and secure for both residents and staff members.
  • Maintained accurate records of all resident interactions and progress updates, ensuring continuity of care across shifts and team members.
  • Upheld confidentiality standards when handling sensitive resident information or discussing private matters internally among colleagues or with outside partners/providers necessary to overall care provision efforts.
  • Delivered compassionate care to residents by being empathetic, approachable, and consistently focused on their holistic wellbeing.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing individual needs and promptly resolving concerns.
  • Provided essential daily living assistance, enabling residents to maintain independence and a high quality of life.
  • Assisted residents with daily self-care practices, meal preparation, and household tasks and duties.
  • Documented medication dosages, behavioral changes and feeding patterns for each patient.
  • Accompanied residents on shopping trips, to medical appointments, and to recreational activities, providing careful supervision at all times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carroll County High School
Hillsville, VA
06.1995

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Sanitation
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Portion Control
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Healthy eating tips
  • Team Player
  • Warm and Friendly
  • Time Management
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Cash Handling
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Supply Stocking
  • Food safety understanding
  • Payment Processing
  • Menu presentation
  • experience with youth, diverse, racial and cultural backgrounds
  • excellent Driving record and reliable Transportation
  • I am capable of working independently as well as eager to work as part of a team and share ideas

Timeline

Nutrition Service Worker

Carroll County School District
08.2021 - Current

Childcare Provider

Project 365
01.2018 - 06.2019

Attendant/Elderly Caregiver

Public Partnerships, PPL
01.2008 - 07.2020

Residential Specialist

Martin Manor
12.2005 - 11.2007

High School Diploma -

Carroll County High School
Sandra Jones