Tiffany McDonald
Dallas
Summary
Experienced in the development and implementation of nutrition policies for school meals, effectively coordinating with various stakeholders to promote healthy eating habits among students. Managed supplier relationships by reviewing invoices and authorizing payments, ensuring timely procurement of quality food supplies. Conducted regular evaluations of meal tracking systems, leading to improved accuracy in student meal purchases and attendance records. Engaged in staff training and collaboration to foster a team-oriented environment focused on delivering nutritious meals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Nutrition Manager
Richardson ISD
Richardson
10.2009 - 11.2024
- Created menus based on USDA-approved meal patterns, taking into consideration student preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Reviewed invoices from suppliers and vendors prior to authorizing payment for goods and services provided.
- Provided guidance to cafeteria workers when dealing with students who had disciplinary issues at meal times.
- Evaluated current systems used by schools within the district for tracking student meal purchases and attendance records.
- Developed and implemented nutrition policies for school meals.
- Coordinated with district administrators to develop a budget for purchasing ingredients and equipment for the cafeteria kitchens.
- Analyzed data related to student participation in school lunch programs to identify areas for improvement or cost savings initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings with kitchen staff to discuss food preparation and service procedures.
- Worked closely with school principals and teachers on implementing nutrition education programs designed to promote healthy eating habits among students.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations concerning child nutrition programs such as the National School Lunch Program.
- Performed monthly inventory checks of all food items stored in the cafeteria kitchens, updating records as necessary.
- Trained kitchen staff in proper food safety techniques, including sanitation practices and temperature control protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation related to menu planning, ingredient sourcing, budgeting, and other key operations processes.
- Responded promptly to parent inquiries regarding menu items or special dietary needs of their children.
- Assisted in ordering food supplies from approved vendors, ensuring competitive pricing and timely delivery.
- Inspected food for flavor, temperature and appearance on regular basis.
- Operated cash register for processing children's food payments.
- Inspected work, storage and servicing areas to determine safety and sanitation compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
O Perry Walker High School
New Orleans, LA05-1991
Skills
- Menu planning
- Nutritional analysis
- Inventory management
- Budget management
- Food safety
- Data analysis
- Customer service
- Regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
Timeline
Child Nutrition Manager
Richardson ISD
10.2009 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
O Perry Walker High School