Kayla Nunez
Crescent City
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Pro Care Therapies, excelling in behavior management and special education support. Adept at fostering individualized learning experiences and enhancing student outcomes. Recognized for effective communication and collaboration, driving significant improvements in academic performance and student engagement.
Knowledgeable Desired Position bringing leadership and culinary expertise to elevate kitchen operations. Successfully managed high-volume service, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish. Demonstrated proficiency in menu planning and team training.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Pro Care Therapies
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily educational activities, facilitating individualized learning experiences for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans, adapting materials for diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management, reinforcing positive behavior and maintaining a conducive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and assistance to enhance academic performance.
- Documented student interactions and progress notes, ensuring accurate records for staff reviews.
Lead Line Cook
Touchmark Retirement Community
11.2018 - 10.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff and delegated tasks to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Developed and implemented menu items, enhancing resident dining experience through innovative recipes.
- Trained new cooks in food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain efficient stock levels for daily operations.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving overall kitchen efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menus that reflect residents' preferences and dietary needs.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and standards, maintaining a safe cooking environment.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance improvements and address challenges within the kitchen workflow.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Received recognition for outstanding performance in maintaining a clean, organized workspace that met health department guidelines.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies while prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency of food items prepared.
- Increased customer satisfaction rates by promptly addressing concerns and providing solutions to any issues that arose during service.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Nutritionist
Bend/La Pine School District
09.2014 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented nutrition programs aligned with district wellness goals.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate nutrition education into curriculum.
- Conducted assessments of student dietary needs and preferences.
- Established partnerships with local farms for fresh produce sourcing.
- Monitored compliance with federal nutrition standards in meal planning.
- Trained staff on food safety protocols and nutritional guidelines.
- Advocated for policy changes to enhance student access to healthy meals.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Produced clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Castle Rock
Crescent City, CA06.2007
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- IEP compliance
- Friendly and outgoing
- Goal setting and monitoring
- Organization and prioritization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Equipment sanitation
- Team collaboration
- Hygiene practices
- Food presentation
- Ingredient preparation
- Ingredient knowledge
- Temperature monitoring
- Cooking techniques
- Food waste reduction
- Menu planning
- Time management
- Recipe modification
- Recipe execution
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Pro Care Therapies
01.2025 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Touchmark Retirement Community
11.2018 - 10.2024
Nutritionist
Bend/La Pine School District
09.2014 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Castle Rock