Tiffany Kraemer
Terre haute,In
Summary
Dedicated Nutrition Team Lead experienced in overseeing dietary programs and managing staff to enhance patient satisfaction. Achieved positive outcomes through effective meal planning and implementation of nutrition standards. Committed to continuous learning and collaboration, fostering a team-oriented environment while ensuring adherence to sanitation and safety guidelines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nutrition Team Lead
Union Hospital
Terre haute
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure proper nutrition care for patients.
- Coordinated with staff on nutritional guidelines and diet recommendations to enhance patient care
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to address nutritional needs of patients.
- Mentored junior staff on nutrition assessments and care planning processes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Trained staff on utilizing nutrition management software effectively.
- Delegated tasks to team members throughout the department to ensure effective workflow.
- Resolved nutritional issues for staff, patients, and guests to ensure optimal service delivery
- Completed maintenance requests to address equipment issues and ensure operational efficiency.
Cook
Union hospital
Terre haute, In
02.2019 - Current
- Memorized recipes and cooked meals to meet all required nutrition and portion specifications.
- Prepared specialty foods, including minced and low-calorie diets, to meet diverse dietary requirements.
- Cooked regional meat, seafood and vegetarian recipes for seasonal menu options.
- Followed corporate recipes and standards to prepare consistent menu options.
- Prepared ingredients in advance for on-demand orders and recipes.
- Cleaned and maintained walk-in refrigerators, gas stoves, and commercial ovens to ensure optimal kitchen operations and food safety.
- Cross-trained in various kitchen positions to maintain workflow and support team during staff shortages.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment to prevent cross-contamination in alignment with safe food handling guidelines.
- Executed multiple meal orders at the same time to increase efficiency during peak service hours.
Server
Apple bee's
Terre haute, In
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Studied and retained new menu items and changes to ensure accurate customer service.
- Helped customers pair beverages with food orders by offering knowledgeable advice on wine and liquors.
- Boosted bill totals by recommending drinks, desserts, and other add-on purchases.
- Set customer expectations by clearly communicating food preparation times and providing insights on menu items.
- Minimized complaints by keeping drinks full and delivering correct orders.
- Coordinated table assignments and arranged tables for groups.
- Entered orders into computer system to coordinate with kitchen staff.
Grill Cook
Becky's cafe
Terre haute, In
08.2011 - 05.2018
- Grilled, cooked, and fried various foods in fast casual establishment to meet customer demand.
- Collaborated with expeditor to ensure timely delivery of grilled foods to customers.
- Coordinated finishing food items to serve hot meals simultaneously to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Protected diners by cooking and handling food according to strict safety standards.
- Met customers' needs by communicating openly with service staff about individual requirements.
- Contributed to consistently high health code scores through meticulous cleaning, sanitation, and food storage practices.
- Monitored kitchen equipment performance and alerted managers to malfunctions impacting food safety or cooking efficiency.
- Minimized infection and cross-contamination risks by keeping stock in containers and properly storing different types of items.
- Managed clean, efficient kitchen with careful attention to health code requirements.
Cook
US army
In
05.2007 - 01.2010
- Executed corporate recipes and standards, ensuring consistency in menu options.
- Prepared regional meat, seafood, and vegetarian dishes for seasonal menu offerings.
- Followed corporate recipes and standards to prepare consistent menu options.
- Prepared ingredients in advance for on-demand orders and recipes.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely and in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Organized food storage in designated containers, rotated inventory to minimize spoilage, and communicated purchasing needs for supervisor review.
- Stored food in designated containers, rotated inventory to reduce spoilage, and noted purchasing needs for supervisor review.
Supply Logistics Specialist
US army
In
05.2007 - 01.2010
- Coordinated transportation of military vehicle parts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and environmental compliance.
- Computed and reported delivery and order fulfillment metrics to track performance and guide improvements.
- Computed and reported on metrics like delivery and order fulfillment rates.
- Monitored inventory transactions to assess integrity of receiving, storage, and shipping processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in all work areas to meet company standards.
- Enhanced work efficiency by maintaining clean and tidy work areas.
Education
Culinary Arts
US Army
05.2008 - 01.2010
Logistics
US ARMY
05.2008 - 01.2010
GED
Terre haute, InSkills
- Patient nutrition care
- Nutritional analysis
- Food safety
- Quality improvement
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Patient care support
Timeline
Nutrition Team Lead
Union Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Cook
Union hospital
02.2019 - Current
Server
Apple bee's
07.2018 - 02.2019
Grill Cook
Becky's cafe
08.2011 - 05.2018
Culinary Arts
US Army
05.2008 - 01.2010
Logistics
US ARMY
05.2008 - 01.2010
Cook
US army
05.2007 - 01.2010
Supply Logistics Specialist
US army
05.2007 - 01.2010
GED