Whitney Tran
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Mesa Public Schools, excelling in team leadership and menu planning. Proven track record in reducing food waste and enhancing kitchen performance while fostering a positive environment. Skilled in staff training and conflict resolution, ensuring compliance with health regulations and dietary needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Manager
Mesa Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Plan and oversee daily meal preparation according to school menus and nutritional guidelines.
- Accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies.
- Mentor and train new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Reduce food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels, implementing proper food storage techniques and menu planning.
- Reviewed and analyze kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Communicate positively with principal, teachers, students and parents when needed.
- Place and check deliveries for product quality and proper temperatures upon delivery.
Elementary Manager
Mesa Public Schools
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Foster a positive dining environment for students and staff.
- Train staff on safety, sanitation, proper food handling procedures and Titan Point of Sale System.
- Coordinate preparation of meals for special diets or food allergies.
- Receive deliveries, check product quality and temperatures, and reconcile invoices.
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition Education
American University
Washington D.C.06-2020
Cell, Molecular And Developmental Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside06-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training and development
- Conflict resolution
- Menu planning
- Excellent computer skills
Certification
- Food Handler's Card
- ServSafe Certification
Timeline
Secondary Manager
Mesa Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
Elementary Manager
Mesa Public Schools
12.2023 - 01.2024
Master of Science - Nutrition Education
American University
Cell, Molecular And Developmental Biology
University of California, Riverside
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