Edward Howard
Kansas City
Summary
Nutrition Services Supervisor with expertise in menu planning and food safety. Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, train staff, and enforce sanitation standards. Recognized for maintaining high-quality food preparation while ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutrition Services Supervisor
Bridgewood Rehabilitation Center
Kansas City
07.2025 - 04.2026
- Supervised nutrition staff to maintain compliance with dietary standards and improve service quality.
- Developed and managed menu planning to meet diverse resident dietary needs.
- Coordinated and implemented training programs for new nutrition services employees, enhancing onboarding experience.
- Conducted regular audits of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Inspected kitchens for cleanliness and organization according to established guidelines.
Kitchen Staff
Madison Senior Living
Kansas City
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Ensured consistent quality and accuracy in daily preparation of identical dishes.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Implemented sanitation practices that minimized food spoilage and contamination risks.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Coordinated order timing to streamline food delivery based on cook and delivery times.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
Cook/Assistant Manager
Primrose Senior Living
Kansas City
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Trained kitchen staff on safe operation and handling of equipment, machinery, and utensils to ensure safety standards.
- Recruited and trained new employees to align with operational needs and standards.
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets.
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
- Managed kitchen inventory and ordered supplies to maintain efficient operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Trained new cooks on food safety and preparation techniques.
- Assisted in developing special menus for dietary restrictions.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
Nutrition Services Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
Kansas City
03.2011 - 11.2019
- Supported meal preparation for pediatric patients and staff, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Delivered meals to patient rooms, enhancing dining experience through attention to presentation.
- Prepared ingredients for soups, sauces, and salads to streamline meal preparation.
- Monitored food temperatures to comply with safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
Lead Kitchen Manager
Emmanuel Family Child Education Center
Kansas City
01.2004 - 02.2010
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely and quality meal preparation for students.
- Trained staff on food safety and sanitation practices, enhancing compliance and safety standards.
- Created weekly menus in accordance with nutritional guidelines for children.
- Managed inventory to maintain optimal supply levels, reducing waste and ensuring consistent availability of ingredients.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Education
Culinary/Food - Personal And Culinary Services
Washington University
Kansas City, MO05-2000
High School Diploma - Kansas City, MO
Southwest High School
Kansas City, MO05-1986
Skills
- Nutritional Meal Planning
- Menu Planning
- Nutritional Standards Compliance
- Food Preparation
- Inventory Control
- Quality Inspections
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Cleaning and Organization
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Works Well Under Pressure
Timeline
Nutrition Services Supervisor
Bridgewood Rehabilitation Center
07.2025 - 04.2026
Kitchen Staff
Madison Senior Living
07.2021 - 01.2023
Cook/Assistant Manager
Primrose Senior Living
11.2020 - 07.2021
Nutrition Services Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
03.2011 - 11.2019
Lead Kitchen Manager
Emmanuel Family Child Education Center
01.2004 - 02.2010
Culinary/Food - Personal And Culinary Services
Washington University
High School Diploma - Kansas City, MO
Southwest High School