Open To Work
Terri Ricci
San Andreas,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented Dietary Clerk with extensive experience in meal coordination and patient nutrition education. Skilled in menu planning, food safety compliance, and enhancing meal service to maximize patient satisfaction. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to develop tailored nutrition plans that address individual dietary needs. Committed to ensuring high standards of service and safety within healthcare food service operations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Clerk II
STANFORD HEALTHCARE TRY VALLEY
Pleasanton, California
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients in selecting meals based on dietary restrictions.
- Coordinated meal service schedules for optimal patient care.
- Managed inventory of food supplies and equipment for kitchen operations.
- Partnered with dietitians to develop menus that aligned with dietary needs and nutritional guidelines.
- Informed patients about menu options and nutritional information to support healthier food choices.
- Communicated dietary needs to kitchen staff for meal preparation accuracy.
- Collaborated with dietitians to create menus that met overall patient needs.
- Gathered feedback from residents on food quality and preferences to enhance meal satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new dietary staff members on proper procedures and protocols.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding patient needs and dietary concerns.
- Maintained records of patient meal selections and special diets.
- Accurately entered patient dietary orders into the computer system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic diets and modified texture diets.
- Attended weekly meetings with the Dietary Manager regarding upcoming menu changes or specials.
- Collaborated with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition was being provided to each patient.
- Assisted in inventory control, stocking, and ordering of kitchen supplies.
- Demonstrated respect for patients and team members during all interactions.
- Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Encouraged clients and caregivers to follow recommended food guidelines for well-balanced diets by giving suggestions of various wholesome foods and meals.
- Coordinated nutritional care with other healthcare team members and managed care actions related to diet management.
- Researched and identified ingredients and nutritional components of foods, diets and menu choices.
- Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest research and trends through extended education and professional development courses.
- Selected, scheduled or conducted orientation or in-service education programs.
- Determined food and beverage costs and assisted in implementing cost control procedures.
Nutrition Service food Worker technician
Stanford HEALTHCARE TRI VALLEY
Pleasanton, California
10.1997 - Current
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to patients and staff members.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate timely meal delivery, enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during meal prep.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas.
- Monitored storage temperatures of perishable food items regularly.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Checked expiration dates on all food products before serving them.
- Carried out opening, closing duties such as setting up, breaking down counters or stations.
- Adhered to safety regulations when operating kitchen equipment.
- Conducted inventory checks to maintain adequate stock of supplies, supporting uninterrupted meal service.
- Ensured that all food items were served at proper temperatures.
- Operated cash registers to process customer orders accurately.
- Disposed of waste materials properly according to sanitation guidelines.
- Followed health codes when handling food products or preparing meals.
- Informed customers about menu items including ingredients and prices.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner while taking their orders.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from guests or staff members, delivering high-quality customer service.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Complied with company service standards and adhered to inventory and cash control procedures.
- Complied with company service standards and adhered to inventory and cash control procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
DEL VALLE HIGH SCHOOL
Livermore, CA06-1987
Skills
- Nutritional assessment
- Dietary education
- Menu planning
- Dietary modifications
- Special diets
- Therapeutic diets
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety
- Food handling safety
- Allergen awareness
- Sanitation procedures
- Sanitation practices
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Hygiene standards
- Inventory management
- Meal coordination
- Patient communication
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Time management
- Work prioritization
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Nutrition
- Nutrition knowledge
- Customer service
- Verbal communication
- Phone and email skills
- Illness prevention
- Equipment operation
- Regulations compliance
- ServSafe certification
- Verbal communication
- Phone and email skills
- Illness prevention
- Work prioritization
- ServSafe certification
- Food safety
- Dietary guidelines
Certification
SERV SAFE certification food protection Manager
Accomplishments
certification of appreciation excellence July 2003
Timeline
Dietary Clerk II
STANFORD HEALTHCARE TRY VALLEY
08.2024 - Current
Nutrition Service food Worker technician
Stanford HEALTHCARE TRI VALLEY
10.1997 - Current
High School Diploma -
DEL VALLE HIGH SCHOOL