MISTYDAWN BERNST
Thunder Bay,Canada
Summary
A position that leverages expertise in nutrition education and community engagement, enhancing food programs and workshops.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition Facilitator
Our Kids Count
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Led community kitchens and facilitated monthly nutrition-focused workshops for diverse participant groups;
- Designed and delivered a structured curriculum for children's cooking classes, focusing on nutrition education, food safety, and hands-on skills;
- Managed weekly grocery orders for multiple food programs across three sites, including recipe coordination, cost analysis and budgeting;
- Maintained and organized two food banks ensuring consistent inventory, safety standards and accessibility;
- Assisted in the evaluation and improvement of nutrition programs through feedback and outcome tracking;
- Planned menus, sourced ingredients, and prepared meals for free community dinners;
- Built and maintained strong partnerships with local organizations, charities and food suppliers across Thunder Bay;
- Ensured compliance with all food safety and handling standards;
- Oversaw kitchen equipment maintenance, including servicing, repairs and replacements;
- Supported the development of leadership and peer-helper skills among program participants;
- Served as a Board Member for the Good Food Box program (2023 to Present)
Cashier
Value Village
01.2017 - 01.2018
Staff Supervisor
Mountain Warehouse
01.2016 - 01.2017
Kitchen Supervisor
Kelsey's Restaurant
01.2010 - 01.2011
First Cook
Oshawa Golf and Country Club
01.2008 - 01.2011
Banquet Sous Chef
Jubilee Pavilion Banquet Hall and Conference Centre
01.2006 - 01.2008
Education
Red Seal Certification - Red Seal Rediness
George Brown College
Toronto, ONApprenticeship -
Oshawa Golf & Curling Club
Oshawa, OntarioHospitality and food service pathway program -
E.A Lovell
Oshawa, OntarioSkills
- Proven ability to produce quickly under pressure, without sacrificing quality
- Quick learner
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Detail oriented/ Able to multitask
- Adaptable to changing environment and responsibilities
- Understanding of all key health and sanitation concerns
- Works well independently as well as in a team environment
Related Education
- 08/01/09, Achieved Red Seal Certification.
- 04/01/09, Red Seal Readiness, George Brown College, Toronto, ON
- 12/01/08, Completed apprenticeship at Oshawa Golf & Curling Club.
- 03/01/06, Completed hospitality and food service pathway program at E.A Lovell, Oshawa, Ontario.
Achievement and certifications
- Red Seal certified chef
- In Good Hands certification
- First Aid and CPR
- Whims
- Enhance workplace safety with Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
- Risk assessment – decision-making matrix
- Cultural Intelligence training
- Verbal and non-verbal de-escalation and mental health awareness
References
- Sherry Scott. 807-631-8895
- Jocelyn Berringer 807-708-2784
Timeline
Nutrition Facilitator
Our Kids Count
01.2021 - 01.2025
Cashier
Value Village
01.2017 - 01.2018
Staff Supervisor
Mountain Warehouse
01.2016 - 01.2017
Kitchen Supervisor
Kelsey's Restaurant
01.2010 - 01.2011
First Cook
Oshawa Golf and Country Club
01.2008 - 01.2011
Banquet Sous Chef
Jubilee Pavilion Banquet Hall and Conference Centre
01.2006 - 01.2008
Red Seal Certification - Red Seal Rediness
George Brown College
Apprenticeship -
Oshawa Golf & Curling Club
Hospitality and food service pathway program -
E.A Lovell