Sonampreet Kaur Dhaliwal
Manteca
Summary
Dynamic dietary manager with a strong background in dietary planning and inventory management. Known for implementing successful training programs and developing tailored nutrition plans that meet individual dietary needs and ensure compliance with health regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
dietary manager
avalon san luis center
Newman
12.2025 - Current
- Managed dietary planning and menu development for residents' nutritional needs.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure meal preparation meets quality standards.
- Coordinated food service operations to maintain compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted regular assessments of residents' dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Implemented training programs for staff on food safety and sanitation practices.
- Maintained inventory of food supplies and ordered necessary ingredients timely.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized nutrition plans.
- Monitored meal service delivery to enhance resident satisfaction and experience.
- Maintained records of patient diets including any special requirements or restrictions.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
- Coordinated food inventory and maintained costs within budget guidelines.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on proper food handling techniques.
- Managed dietetic staff to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Provided nutrition education to patients, families, and staff members.
- Coordinated menus for special events in accordance with health department standards.
- Trained, disciplined and motivated staff to give all residents and guests top-notch service.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during meal times ensuring that all orders were prepared correctly.
- Complied with company protocols by maintaining sales floor and back stock inventory levels.
- Created reports detailing monthly expenses related to dietetic services budgeting activities.
- Completed multiple duties by handling transactions, maintaining cleanliness, and displaying exceptional customer service.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Evaluated food production to check whether food was being made, portioned and handled correctly.
- Checked with residents to ask about food quality, satisfaction and personal likes or dislikes.
- Developed policies and procedures related to patient meal services operations.
- Analyzed menus for cost effectiveness while maintaining balanced nutrition standards.
- Ensured accuracy of menu labeling information on all foods served in the facility.
- Implemented a system for tracking patient preferences, allergies, intolerances.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to ensure sanitation and safety procedures were followed.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of nutritional assessments and interventions provided by the dietitian and nutritionist.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Dietary Manager
riverbank post acute
Riverbank
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Managed dietary schedules for residents to ensure proper nutrition.
- Coordinated meal planning with kitchen staff to meet dietary needs.
- Oversaw food safety and sanitation practices in the dining area.
- Trained staff on food handling and preparation guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management of food supplies and equipment.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident dietary preferences.
- Communicated with healthcare team regarding residents' nutritional status.
- Implemented policies for compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Maintained records of patient diets including any special requirements or restrictions.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinated food inventory and maintained costs within budget guidelines.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on proper food handling techniques.
- Managed dietetic staff to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Provided nutrition education to patients, families, and staff members.
- Coordinated menus for special events in accordance with health department standards.
- Trained, disciplined and motivated staff to give all residents and guests top-notch service.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during meal times ensuring that all orders were prepared correctly.
- Created reports detailing monthly expenses related to dietetic services budgeting activities.
- Completed multiple duties by handling transactions, maintaining cleanliness, and displaying exceptional customer service.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Evaluated food production to check whether food was being made, portioned and handled correctly.
- Checked with residents to ask about food quality, satisfaction and personal likes or dislikes.
- Developed policies and procedures related to patient meal services operations.
- Implemented a system for tracking patient preferences, allergies, intolerances.
- Ensured accuracy of menu labeling information on all foods served in the facility.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to ensure sanitation and safety procedures were followed.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of nutritional assessments and interventions provided by the dietitian and nutritionist.
- Analyzed menus for cost effectiveness while maintaining balanced nutrition standards.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Dietary Manager
Berkeley pines skilled nursing
Berkeley
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed dietary schedules for residents to ensure proper nutrition.
- Coordinated meal planning with kitchen staff to meet dietary needs.
- Oversaw food safety and sanitation practices in the dining area.
- Trained staff on food handling and preparation guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management of food supplies and equipment.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident dietary preferences.
- Communicated with healthcare team regarding residents' nutritional status.
- Implemented policies for compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Maintained records of patient diets including any special requirements or restrictions.
- Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinated food inventory and maintained costs within budget guidelines.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on proper food handling techniques.
- Managed dietetic staff to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Provided nutrition education to patients, families, and staff members.
- Coordinated menus for special events in accordance with health department standards.
- Trained, disciplined and motivated staff to give all residents and guests top-notch service.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during meal times ensuring that all orders were prepared correctly.
- Complied with company protocols by maintaining sales floor and back stock inventory levels.
- Created reports detailing monthly expenses related to dietetic services budgeting activities.
- Completed multiple duties by handling transactions, maintaining cleanliness, and displaying exceptional customer service.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Evaluated food production to check whether food was being made, portioned and handled correctly.
- Checked with residents to ask about food quality, satisfaction and personal likes or dislikes.
- Developed policies and procedures related to patient meal services operations.
- Implemented a system for tracking patient preferences, allergies, intolerances.
- Ensured accuracy of menu labeling information on all foods served in the facility.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to ensure sanitation and safety procedures were followed.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of nutritional assessments and interventions provided by the dietitian and nutritionist.
- Analyzed menus for cost effectiveness while maintaining balanced nutrition standards.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
cook
EmpRes Healthcare Management
Petaluma
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Prepared diverse menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards to prevent contamination and ensure compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and ordering stock.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen procedures, safety practices, and equipment usage.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and customer preferences.
- Executed daily prep tasks to support timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
Dietary Service Supervisor - Healthcare
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, California, CA12-2018
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Programming
Punjab Technical University
India , Punjab05-2013
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Programming
Rimt University
India Punjab04-2008
Skills
- Dietary planning
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Nutrition education
- Inventory management
- Meal coordination
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Patient interaction
- Cost analysis
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Food production management
- Department oversight
- Menu planning
- Meal development
- Special diets
- Nutritional needs assessments
- Therapeutic meal planning
- Food safety regulations
- Employee recruitment
- Hygiene standards
- Delivery coordination
- Meal preparation
- Nutrition expertise
- Menu planning skills
- Diet restriction determination
- Sanitation protocols
- Menu planning abilities
- Cost control
- Purchasing and procurement
- Staff monitoring
- Allergen awareness
- Nutrition counseling
- Workflow optimization
- Department management
- Dietary analysis
- Health code compliance
- Dietary restrictions
- Financial management
- Staff scheduling
- Cook foods
- Food and Beverage Ordering
- Service delivery management
- Teamwork
- Infection control
- ServeSafe manager
- Goal setting
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
dietary service supervisor
Timeline
dietary manager
avalon san luis center
12.2025 - Current
Dietary Manager
riverbank post acute
01.2022 - 02.2022
Dietary Manager
Berkeley pines skilled nursing
11.2019 - 11.2021
cook
EmpRes Healthcare Management
01.2016 - 05.2017
Dietary Service Supervisor - Healthcare
Santa Rosa Junior College
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Programming
Punjab Technical University
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Programming
Rimt University