Francisco Rueda
Santa Barbara
Summary
Dedicated Dietary Aide with experience at Casa Dorinda, excelling in food safety compliance and customer service. Enhanced patient satisfaction through tailored meal delivery and streamlined processes. Proven time management and problem-solving skills fostered a collaborative environment, ensuring efficient meal service and adherence to dietary guidelines.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
Casa Dorinda
02.1985 - Current
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Streamlined meal assembly processes for faster service without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance goals, address challenges, and share best practices for continued growth and improvement.
Education
No Degree - Supervisory
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05-2011
No Degree - Nutrition For Health
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA04-2010
GED -
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA02-2008
Skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Casa Dorinda
02.1985 - Current
No Degree - Supervisory
Santa Barbara City College
No Degree - Nutrition For Health
Allan Hancock College
GED -
Santa Barbara City College
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