Kizwana Christopher

• Improved patient satisfaction by developing and implementing customized meal plans according to their dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying current on industry best practices and adapting procedures accordingly.
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives in response to performance metrics, enhancing overall department effectiveness.
• Managed a team of dietary aides, providing ongoing coaching and support to ensure high-quality meal services for patients.
• Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and adjusting purchasing practices accordingly.
• Partnered with dietitians in assessing patients' needs for therapeutic diets upon admission or during their stay at the facility.
• Monitored staff performance through evaluations and feedback sessions, addressing any areas needing improvement proactively.
• Successfully resolved patient concerns or complaints related to meals or service quality by taking prompt corrective actions when needed.
• Achieved budgetary goals through effective cost control measures, including bulk purchasing and negotiating vendor contracts.
• Proactively addressed potential issues impacting meal service quality or patient satisfaction by analyzing trends and implementing necessary changes.
• Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
• Optimized kitchen efficiency for better meal preparation and delivery, ensuring timely service to patients.
• Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
• Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.

• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives in response to performance metrics, enhancing overall department effectiveness.
• Led the development of special event menus for holidays or themed days at the facility, promoting variety in meal offerings.
• Managed a team of dietary aides, providing ongoing coaching and support to ensure high-quality meal services for patients.
• Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and adjusting purchasing practices accordingly.
• Proactively addressed potential issues impacting meal service quality or patient satisfaction by analyzing trends and implementing necessary changes.
• Achieved budgetary goals through effective cost control measures, including bulk purchasing and negotiating vendor contracts.
• Monitored staff performance through evaluations and feedback sessions, addressing any areas needing improvement proactively.
• Conducted regular audits of food storage areas to maintain cleanliness standards and prevent contamination risks.
• Partnered with dietitians in assessing patients' needs for therapeutic diets upon admission or during their stay at the facility.
• Successfully resolved patient concerns or complaints related to meals or service quality by taking prompt corrective actions when needed.
• Frameworked monthly menus based on seasonal ingredients availability while adhering to nutritional guidelines.

• Implemented proper food safety protocols at all times, reducing

potential contamination risks during meat processing stages.

• Achieved exceptional speed and precision while deboning meats, resulting in reduced processing times.
• Implemented proper food safety protocols at all times, reducing potential contamination risks during meat processing stages.
• Provided valuable input during team meetings, offering suggestions for improved deboning techniques or methods based on experience and expertise.
• Cut product into correct sizes and arranged in trays for packaging.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, allowing for increased productivity in the deboning process.
• Completed daily production goals consistently by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Reduced safety incidents with consistent compliance to company guidelines for handling sharp tools and equipment.
• Exhibited strong attention to detail when inspecting meats for defects or abnormalities before initiating the deboning procedure.

• Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
• Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.