Marian Nolting
Jacksonville
Summary
Quality-focused department leader with top-notch skills in dietary management and team leadership. Well-versed in collaborating with dietitians to set patient and overall menus and cultivating positive resident relationships to meet all needs. Bringing many years of related experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Manager
Prairie Village Healthcare
Jacksonville
07.2008 - Current
- Coordinated menus for special events in accordance with health department standards.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
- Analyzed menus for cost effectiveness while maintaining balanced nutrition standards.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of nutritional assessments and interventions provided by the dietitian and nutritionist.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on proper food handling techniques.
- Assisted in developing and implementing nutritional care plans for patients.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory of equipment and ensured proper storage of food items.
- Inspected food delivery trucks for quality assurance purposes prior to unloading goods into storage areas.
- Implemented a system for tracking patient preferences, allergies, intolerances.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to ensure sanitation and safety procedures were followed.
- Managed dietetic staff to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Resolved any issues or complaints from customers in a timely manner.
- Provided nutrition education to patients, families, and staff members.
- Adhered to all local, state, federal regulations pertaining to dietary management practices.
- Monitored patient progress and consulted with physicians regarding dietary modifications as necessary.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Maintained records of patient diets including any special requirements or restrictions.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during meal times ensuring that all orders were prepared correctly.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Educated new employees on proper facility procedures and policies, following policies.
- Instructed and administered facility menu and policy exam to new employees.
- Completed multiple duties by handling transactions, maintaining cleanliness, and displaying exceptional customer service.
- Checked with residents to ask about food quality, satisfaction and personal likes or dislikes.
- Worked with dietitians to set menus meeting overall patient needs, as well as implement specific dietary plans for individual patients.
- Trained, disciplined and motivated staff to give all residents and guests top-notch service.
- Evaluated food production to check whether food was being made, portioned and handled correctly.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
Education
GED
Jacksonville, ILSkills
- Team leadership
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Inventory management
Certification
- Food Safety Manager certification April 2024-2029
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dietary Manager
Prairie Village Healthcare
07.2008 - Current
GED