Tracie Surgeon
Prineville
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Director of Nutrition with extensive experience in leading training sessions and implementing creative solutions. Skilled in analyzing workflows to improve efficiency and enhance overall cafeteria operations, ensuring compliance with nutritional standards and stakeholder expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director Nutrition
Bend-La Pine School District
Bend, OR
05.2024 - 03.2026
- Collaborated with stakeholders to create nutrition programs tailored to district standards and student preferences.
- Organized and led training sessions for nutrition staff to improve efficiency and effectiveness in cafeteria practices.
- Supervised software integration process, focusing on compliance with state standards and improving user experience for both staff and students.
- Analyzed process workflows to pinpoint bottlenecks and propose actionable solutions.
- Directed recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to ensure a high-caliber cafeteria team.
- Directed financial resource allocation during budget planning to support project objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded training sessions to elevate team capabilities and ensure compliance with best practices in operations management.
Executive Chef
Bend-La Pine School District
Bend, OR
05.2008 - 05.2024
- Formulated and established culinary programs in compliance with established nutritional standards.
- Directed and mentored kitchen staff in executing food preparation and adhering to safety protocols.
- Implemented strategies for inventory control and procurement to enhance supply quality and reduce excess.
- Partnered with educational teams to design meal options aimed at enhancing student engagement.
- Crafted menus that address diverse dietary requirements while maintaining budgetary limits.
- Cultivated kitchen staff capabilities through targeted training, disciplinary measures, and comprehensive performance evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with health department standards by maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
- Developed and implemented innovative, diverse menus tailored to meet various dietary needs.
- Ensured exceptional food quality and enhanced customer satisfaction by meticulously preparing meals tailored to individual requests.
- Oversaw kitchen renovation projects focused on improving workflow efficiency, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards throughout the process.
- Executed targeted marketing campaigns to broaden catering service reach and drive revenue growth.
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Century College of Culinary Arts
San Diego, CA06-1993
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Grant proposals
- Daily production reports
- Strategic projects
- Menu and Recipe Development
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Team development
Timeline
Assistant Director Nutrition
Bend-La Pine School District
05.2024 - 03.2026
Executive Chef
Bend-La Pine School District
05.2008 - 05.2024
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Century College of Culinary Arts