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Terri Adolfson

Spokane,WA

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Always willing to provide the best customer service, whether it be with the interaction of customers, patients, children or leadership.


Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Diet Technician

Kootenai Health
03.2025 - Current
  • Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, identifying risks and implementing appropriate interventions for better health outcomes.
  • Answered incoming patient phone calls and advised them of their diet order while giving them excellent customer service. Entered their choices into Room Service Choice to be sent to the kitchen.
  • Entered patient menus into Room Service Choice being cognizant of each patients diet order.
  • Printed tallies for the kitchen to ensure accuracy of food preparation.
  • Took new mothers dinner orders in person for their celebratory dinner.
  • Interacted with nursing staff to ensure patients did not miss a meal.

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Spokane School District
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Responsible for the cold side of the lunch meal for 500 children
  • Positive interaction with each child as they came through the lunch line

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Central Valley School District
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication, constructive feedback, and mutual respect among team members.
  • Responsible for the offer bar to ensure it was appealing and well stock for the 300 children coming through the lunch line.
  • Ensuring the kitchen was above and beyond the health department standards.
  • Interacted with each child as they came through the lunch line.


Program Specialist 2

State of Washington, Child Nutrition Services
02.2008 - 12.2023
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations throughout all stages of program implementation by closely monitoring adherence to established guidelines.
  • Assigned 7 counties in Eastern Washington to ensure compliance to the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program.
  • Conducted an average of 35 reviews each year. These reviews consisted of menu assessment to ensure the regulations set forth by USDA were met and/or exceeded, verified meal counts for the monthly claim, conducted a meal service observation for compliance and provided technical assistance.
  • Developed and presented trainings throughout the state.
  • Participated in staff meetings.
  • Conducted Family Day Care Home provider meal observations throughout the state.
  • Set up review and travel schedule to include hotel reservations and travel itinerary to ensure time management.
  • Provided excellent customer service for my 100 assigned child care center sponsors by answering phone calls and emails in a timely manner.
  • Developed a positive working relationship with my colleagues and child care center directors.

Education

Health, Wellness And Nutrition

Everglades University
Sarasota, FL
08-2007

Skills

  • Health promotion
  • Training Development
  • Public Speaking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Policy Implementation
  • Menu Development
  • Organization Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Exemplary Work Ethic

Timeline

Diet Technician

Kootenai Health
03.2025 - Current

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Spokane School District
02.2025 - 03.2025

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Central Valley School District
09.2024 - 03.2025

Program Specialist 2

State of Washington, Child Nutrition Services
02.2008 - 12.2023

Health, Wellness And Nutrition

Everglades University

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