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Shiela Maxwell
Buffalo,WY
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Summary
Seasoned Dietary Director known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in nutritional planning, food service management, and regulatory compliance. Excel at team leadership, strategic planning, and communication, ensuring smooth operation of dietary services in healthcare settings. Dynamic Food Service professional skilled in team leadership and effective communication. Successfully trained staff on food preparation and safety procedures while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Aiming to leverage expertise in inventory management to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
Summit Food Service
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Supervised daily food service operations, ensuring adherence to health standards.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures to maintain quality.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to optimize service efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations throughout kitchen operations.
- Delivered food prep training so that employees could effectively feed staff personnel.
Dietary Director
Edgewood Assisted Living and Memory Care
Pierre, South Dakota
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Coordinated food service operations within assisted living facility to enhance efficiency.
- Managed inventory of food supplies while maintaining kitchen equipment in optimal condition.
- Ensured adherence to state health regulations and standards for food safety.
- Reviewed patient charts and medical records to evaluate nutritional needs for each resident.
- Monitored compliance with all relevant regulations regarding food service operations.
- Developed nutritious meal plans for residents' dietary needs.
- Managed food service operations in assisted living facility.
- Supervised kitchen staff and ensured compliance with health standards.
Dietary Manager
Avera St. Mary's Hospital
Pierre, SD
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Developed meal plans that met diverse dietary needs of patients and staff.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure safe food preparation and storage practices.
- Implemented quality control measures for food safety and sanitation compliance.
- Trained new staff on dietary policies, procedures, and menu preparation techniques.
- Evaluated patient feedback to improve meal satisfaction and service delivery standards.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
Director of Dietary Services
Meadowbrook Long-term Facility
Rapid City, South Dakota
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated with vendors to procure quality ingredients and supplies.
- Developed menus in compliance with dietary guidelines and customer preferences.
- Ensured food safety standards and sanitation practices were consistently followed.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with local health codes and other applicable regulations.
Food Service Director
Custer Regional Hospital
Custer, South Dakota
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed daily food service operations and staff schedules.
- Developed menus in compliance with dietary guidelines and customer preferences.
- Ensured food safety standards and sanitation practices were consistently followed.
- Implemented cost control measures to maintain budgetary constraints effectively.
- Facilitated communication between kitchen staff and front-of-house teams for smooth service flow.
- Assisted in menu planning and recipe development according to customer preferences.
Service Worker
Avera Dell Rapids Hospital
Dell Rapids, South Dakota
07.2007 - 08.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in patient care areas and waiting rooms.
- Prepared and delivered meals to patients, adhering to dietary restrictions.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Responded promptly to patient requests and concerns, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times by sweeping, dusting, mopping floors.
- Checked inventory regularly for expired or damaged goods.
- Completed necessary paperwork related to the job duties accurately and promptly.
- Restocked items used during service delivery according to guidelines.
- Suggested improvements in processes to increase efficiency.
- Assisted with training new staff members on policies and procedures.
Education
Food Service Management - Food And Nutrition
University of North Dakota
07-2016
Missoula County Life Long Learning Center
Missoula , MTSkills
- Food safety
- Nutritional assessment
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
Summit Food Service
07.2020 - 04.2022
Dietary Director
Edgewood Assisted Living and Memory Care
11.2019 - 02.2020
Dietary Manager
Avera St. Mary's Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2019
Director of Dietary Services
Meadowbrook Long-term Facility
05.2018 - 12.2018
Food Service Director
Custer Regional Hospital
08.2016 - 01.2018
Service Worker
Avera Dell Rapids Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2016
Food Service Management - Food And Nutrition
University of North Dakota
Missoula County Life Long Learning Center