EDUCATION
University of Saint Joseph | West Hartford, CT
Dietetic Internship | May 2019
University of New Haven | West Haven, CT
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition | December 2017 | Magna Cum Laude
The Culinary Institute of America | Hyde Park, NY
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality Management | December 2006
Associate Degree, Baking and Pastry Arts | June 2005
PROFESSIONAL DIETETIC EXPERIENCE
Middlesex Health | July 2019 - Present
Clinical Dietitian | Middletown, CT
Responsible for conducting nutrition assessments and establishment of individualized interventions for patients in an acute care setting
Assessment and management of enteral and parenteral nutrition support
Participant in clinical rounding as a member of the interdisciplinary team
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
University of New Haven | West Haven, CT
Adjunct Faculty, Nutrition Science Food Lab | January 2020 - Present
Hands on instruction teaching undergraduate students cooking skills related to common therapeutic and elective dietary interventions to exact desired health outcomes
Evaluate coursework based on lab performance and online submissions.
Developed and compiled recipes and menus to showcase dietary principles
Food Lab Teaching Assistant | August 2016 - December 2017
Assisted faculty members with classroom instruction and preparation
Procured materials needed for classes
Developed and compiled recipes for instruction
Danbury City Center Farmers’ Market | Danbury, CT
Market Intern | May 2017 - September 2017
Designed and taught nutrition focused cooking workshops and demonstrations
Developed and managed content for website and social media campaigns
Awarded funding through the 2017 Bergami Family Summer Internship Program grant
Woodbridge Youth Services | Woodbridge, CT
Cooking Instructor | September 2015 - December 2015
Fostered hands-on participation of middle school students to facilitate skill building
Procured ingredients and designed menus for healthy food preparation
Maintained a safe and fun learning environment
HOSPITALITY & SERVICE EXPERIENCE
Next Door Restaurant
The Big Green Truck Pizza Co. | New Haven, CT
Kitchen Manager | May 2018 - July 2019
Management of flow, function, and creativity for back of house operations
Maintenance of sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen
Catering Assistant | June 2014 - April 2018
Preparation of food for service and off-site catered events
Food truck service, management, and organization
Maison Mathis | New Haven, CT
Pastry Consultant | December 2013 - October 2014
Designed line of high end individual pastries and tarts for new cafe
Increased sales volume 88% in first month while keeping food cost to 30%
Managed a team of four through first year menu development for maximum sales and quality
Walrus & Carpenter | Black Rock, CT
Pastry Consultant | December 2014 -January 2015
Designed a line of whimsical and elevated pies to personalize dessert menu and drive sales
Sous Chef | May 2013 - October 2013
Opened Black Rock’s premier barbeque restaurant
Handled and oversaw menu development, ordering, inventory, equipment purchasing and repair, local sourcing, expediting, calculating food cost, fast paced line work, hiring, and training staff
Maintained order and cleanliness of kitchen and individual stations
Terrain Cafe | Westport, CT
Line Cook | January 2013- May 2013
Created dishes in a fast paced work environment
Developed specials to promote full product utilization
Maintained order and cleanliness of station
Greenwell Cafe | New Haven, CT
Baking Consultant | November 2012 - January 2013
Designed bread production program utilized in cafe items and retail sales
Developed line of pastries and baked goods with gluten free and vegan options
Oversaw and handled ordering, inventory, cost control, and maintenance of bake shop
Community Table Restaurant | Washington, CT
Kitchen Manager | November 2011 - November 2012
Menu creation with strong focus on locally grown produce, whole animal fabrication, and native herbs
Management of a small team in creation of new dishes
Facilitated scheduling
Baker | May 2010 - October 2011
Created line of hearth breads, flatbreads, and pastries for restaurant service
Sea Education Association | Woods Hole, MA
Head Steward | July 2008 - August 2011
Creation of menu plans, ordering, pricing, stocking, inventory, and maintenance of all galley spaces
Revised budget and wrote cost effective purchasing guides
Developed new manuals for assistant stewards and students
Responsible for instructing students in full galley operation
L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolate | Walpole, NH
Chocolatier Assistant | November 2007 - January 2008
Demonstrated precision detail work in fine chocolate production
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
University of New Haven | Presenter
October 2019: “Demystifying DICAS: Navigating the process and creating an outstanding application”
November 2019: “Demystifying DICAS: The Personal Statement, References, and Resume Building”
AWARDS
Recipient Presidential Scholarship 2014-2017
Recipient Tichy Endowment Scholarship for Nutrition 2016 & 2017
Inducted National Honors Society 2016
Inducted Alpha Sigma Lambda 2017
Inducted Kappa Omicron Nu 2017
Recipient The Bergami Family Summer Internship Program Stipend 2017
MEMBER AFFILIATIONS & CERTIFICATION
Member CT Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Member Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
ServSafe Certified
Registered Dietitian ID Number: 86063843
CT License Number: 1771