Amelia Strong
Freeport
Summary
Energetic dietary aide with several years of hands-on experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines paired with in-depth knowledge of cooking and baking appliance operations. Successful multitasker possessing positive attitude and great sense of humor.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dietary Aide
Parkview Home Of Freeport
Freeport
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to residents in compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Supported food storage and inventory management to ensure freshness.
- Communicated effectively with residents about meal options and preferences.
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols in food handling procedures.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
- Gathered soiled tablecloths and dietary linens and delivered to laundry.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
Receptionist
Zenful Moments spa
Monroe
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed front desk operations and greeted clients with professionalism.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated services for clients effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized reception area to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted in processing payments and handling client inquiries promptly.
- Handled phone calls and emails, addressing client needs efficiently.
Salad Maker/Restaurant Busser/Host
Canovas of Freeport
Freeport
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared fresh salads using high-quality ingredients and seasonal produce.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure food safety.
- Assisted in creating new salad recipes based on customer preferences and trends.
- Engaged with customers to provide recommendations and answer questions about menu items.
- Followed all health regulations and guidelines for safe food handling practices consistently.
- Trained new team members on salad preparation techniques and kitchen protocols effectively.
- Diced, chopped, and shredded fresh vegetables for salads.
- Cleaned,cleared, sanitized and set up tables in a timely manner.
- Scheduled and planned seating arrangements successfully.
Education
Associate's of Science
Highland Community College
Freeport, Illinois 08.2025 - 12.2025
Freeport Highschool
Freeport, IllinoisSkills
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Team work
- Successfully following directions
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Heavy lifting
- Regulations compliance
Timeline
Associate's of Science
Highland Community College
08.2025 - 12.2025
Dietary Aide
Parkview Home Of Freeport
07.2024 - Current
Salad Maker/Restaurant Busser/Host
Canovas of Freeport
12.2023 - 04.2024
Receptionist
Zenful Moments spa
05.2023 - 12.2024
Freeport Highschool