Jillian Hudson

Childcare:

• Provide attentive, high-quality care for children in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Supervise and monitor the safety of children at all times.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks, ensuring any dietary restrictions or allergies are observed.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, and other personal hygiene routines.
• Establish and maintain consistent daily routines including naps, meals, and playtime.
• Support early learning through reading, storytelling, and creative play.
• Help with homework and school projects as appropriate.
• Encourage good manners, discipline, and responsibility.
• Facilitate visits to libraries, parks, museums, or other enriching outings (with parental consent).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of children’s areas, including bedrooms, playrooms, and common areas.
• Keep inventory of children’s supplies and notify parents when restocking is needed.
• Pack and prepare items for outings, activities, or travel.
• Provide daily updates to parents regarding children's activities, behavior, meals, and milestones.
• Administer medications or follow special care instructions as directed by parents or healthcare providers.
• Light household chores (e.g., dishwashing, tidying up after meals and children).
• Pet care or errands (if required and previously discussed).
• Traveling with the family when needed.
• Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.

Business Operations:

• Founded and managed a self-operated meal prep company, overseeing all aspects of business development, customer service, and daily operations.
• Developed customized meal plans tailored to clients’ dietary needs including keto, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-sensitive options.
• Handled all marketing, client acquisition, and brand promotion through social media, word-of-mouth, and community engagement.

Culinary Execution:

• Designed weekly menus and recipes focused on nutrition, flavor, and consistency.
• Purchased ingredients, managed food inventory, and maintained cost-effective sourcing from local vendors and suppliers.
• Prepared, cooked, portioned, and packaged 50–100+ meals weekly, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery.

Client Relations:

• Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, providing personalized support and adjustments based on feedback and preferences.
• Managed all communication, scheduling, invoicing, and follow-ups.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Maintained strict adherence to food safety regulations and sanitation protocols in a home-based commercial kitchen.
• Ensured proper storage, labeling, and transport of meals to preserve freshness and prevent contamination.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Managed budgeting, bookkeeping, and financial planning.
• Adapted to growth and demand by streamlining operations and adjusting workflow to remain efficient as a solo operator.

Food Preparation:

• Prepare a variety of fresh salads, cold dishes, and garnishes according to standardized recipes and portion sizes.
• Wash, chop, slice, and portion fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients with consistent quality and presentation.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures in compliance with health and safety standards.

Station Management:

• Set up and stock the salad station with necessary supplies, ingredients, and utensils before the start of each shift.
• Ensure the station is clean, organized, and fully replenished throughout service hours.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and rotate stock following the FIFO (first in, first out) method.

Customer Service (if applicable):

• Interact with customers courteously and professionally, answering questions about ingredients or customizing salads to order.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of salad orders during busy service periods.

Team Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and servers to ensure smooth operation and food delivery.
• Assist other stations or team members when needed to maintain kitchen efficiency.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Perform thorough cleaning of the salad station at the end of each shift, including surfaces, tools, and equipment.
• Follow all kitchen closing procedures and assist in general kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.