Caroline Cole

Completed second four-week foodservice management rotation at Western Missouri Medical Center with my preceptor, Richelle Mills, Director of Nutritional Services. Assisted staff in managing patient meal orders for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Supported food delivery and production processes while participating in, and leading, team-building activities. Contributed to quarterly operations excellence review and facilitated a mock inspection and disaster plan development.

• Conducted food safety and hygiene inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
• Assisted in food preparation and service, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintained cleanliness of food service areas, adhering to health regulations and promoting hygiene practices.

Achieved successful completion of four-week foodservice management rotation at Lee's Summit School District, collaborating with preceptor Lori Danella, Director of Nutrition Services. Analyzed kitchen operations across the district to identify best practices. Developed and executed a themed meal for elementary students, overseeing food production, service, and collection of student feedback through surveys. Engaged with Nutrition Council to enhance student nutrition and participation initiatives.

• Analyzed food service operations to recommend improvements for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Led initiatives to enhance nutrition education for student athletes within UCM's athletic department. Collaborated with each athletic team to deliver tailored individual and group nutrition education sessions. Designed engaging informational materials for UCM's nutrition station in the weight room. Compiled a comprehensive travel nutrition guide for UCM coaches. Conducted personalized nutrition education sessions for student athletes expressing interest. Organized mini group nutrition education sessions. Delivered insights and strategic recommendations to the head strength and conditioning coach and the associate vice president of intercollegiate athletics at UCM to optimize nutrition support for student athletes.

• Assisted in developing nutrition education materials for diverse audiences.

Assisted registered dietitians with patient screenings and charting assessments for nutrition diagnoses and interventions at Cass Regional Hospital during a six-week clinical rotation. Shadowed dietitians in outpatient sessions with patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Progressed to leading outpatient sessions under the guidance of a preceptor. Conducted patient assessments in the BHU unit alongside a preceptor and engaged with patients in the meg surg and ICU units.

• Conducted nutritional assessments and provided recommendations to healthcare professionals for optimum patient care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Assisted registered dietitians during clinical rotation at Western Missouri Medical Center for five weeks. Observed patient interactions and charting processes. Engaged in patient conversations with preceptor guidance, performing screenings and documentation. Conducted independent patient assessments, reporting findings to preceptor and completing charting with oversight.

• Supported meal planning and dietary assessments for clients' specific needs.
• Maintained accurate records of client interactions and dietary recommendations.

Assisted with ingredient preparation and food production at Lean Kitchen. Supported cooking and packaging of fresh grab-and-go meals. Helped customers at the front desk with meal purchases.

• Facilitated operational needs by working flexible hours across weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Assisted customers at front desk by answering phone calls and booking cycle classes. Supported membership sign-ups and engaged with potential clients interested in Cycle Bar. Adapted to flexible work hours to meet business needs.

• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

Provided childcare for a family every summer from June 2019 to August 2024, supervising two children daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Offered additional babysitting services during weekends and school breaks as needed. Assisted in transporting children to school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.

Assisted young athletes in developing skills as part of synergy sports teams in soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Supported elementary school athletes with mobility and agility workouts.

• Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
• Adapted work schedule to accommodate flexible night shifts.