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Education
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Awards
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Leadership Experience
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Jahnavi Chellamsetty

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated individual with a strong background in food service and nutrition, seeking a Dietary Aide position at Sienna Senior Living. Committed to enhancing the lives of residents by providing exceptional food service and fostering warm human connections.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Lead for Community Fridge

Sprouts
09.2021 - 07.2024

Food Preparation and Service:

  • Assisted in the preparation of meals, following dietary needs and food preferences.
  • Served meals and beverages, ensuring proper portion sizes and adherence to residents' diets.

Food Handling and Safety:

  • Followed proper food handling techniques, including dating, labeling, and storing food properly.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas, including floors in food preparation, dish room, and storage areas.
  • Kept work area clean and uncluttered, completing scheduled cleaning duties.

Team Support:

  • Supported all aspects of optimal food service to meet the needs of the community in accordance with infection control and quality management standards.
  • Played a supportive role in recruiting and training volunteers.

Customer Interaction:

  • Took orders for menu choices, noting individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Set and cleared tables in dining areas, washing and sanitizing tables, chairs, and serveries.

Catering Associate

AMS
02.2024 - Current

Meal Service:

  • Assisted in setting and clearing tables in dining rooms during events with over 500 people.
  • Washed and sanitized tables, chairs, and serveries to maintain a clean environment.

Food Safety:

  • Ensured compliance with food safety protocols during food preparation and service.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation and storage areas.

Team Collaboration:

  • Worked effectively within a team to deliver seamless catering services.
  • Assisted in the preparation of meals, serving meals and beverages, and following guests' dietary needs and preferences.

Child Care Assistant

UBC Child Care Services
09.2021 - 01.2022

Meal Preparation:

  • Assisted in preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.

Food Safety:

  • Ensured all food handling met safety standards, maintaining a hygienic environment.

Team Support:

  • Worked collaboratively with staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

Education

B.Sc - Food Nutrition of Health

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
08-2024

Skills

  • Food Handling Techniques: Proficient in proper food handling, dating, labeling, and storage in compliance with safety regulations
  • Food Safety and Sanitation: Strong knowledge of maintaining cleanliness in food preparation, dish room, and storage areas
  • Customer Service: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on providing compassionate care and exceptional service to residents
  • Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with team members to deliver optimal food service
  • Communication: Effective verbal and written English communication skills
  • Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with strong time management abilities to handle multiple tasks efficiently
  • Adaptability and Flexibility: High degree of resourcefulness, able to adapt to changing environments and schedules
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and basic database management

Awards

  • Food Safe Level 1
  • Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2) online tutorial
  • Outstanding International Student Award worth $10000

Projects

Nutrikids, Collaborated with UBC students to design and deliver nutrition workshops to 20 kindergarten students, utilizing basic nutrition concepts and program planning knowledge to raise food literacy awareness. Employed interactive discussions and games to engage students, receiving commendation from teachers and coordinators for thorough preparation and engagement. Community-Based Experiential Learning (CBEL), Worked with a team to develop a plan to increase monetary and food donations from local businesses, enhancing food security awareness and charitable participation in the community.

Leadership Experience

Shift Lead for Community Fridge, Sprouts, As a Shift Lead for the Community Fridge at Sprouts, I demonstrated strong leadership by overseeing the provision of affordable, healthy meals to UBC students and free meals to those in need. I managed food preparation, ensuring adherence to stringent food safety standards. Additionally, I supervised and mentored fellow volunteers, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Limited Working
Telugu
Professional Working

Timeline

Catering Associate

AMS
02.2024 - Current

Shift Lead for Community Fridge

Sprouts
09.2021 - 07.2024

Child Care Assistant

UBC Child Care Services
09.2021 - 01.2022

B.Sc - Food Nutrition of Health

University of British Columbia
Jahnavi Chellamsetty