Follow on Job Coach on DFN Project SEARCH, April 2022 – Present
Kaleidoscope Social Enterprise Ltd, London
- To provide an appropriate level of support and guidance to each student, theirfamilies/carers, employers and co-workers prior to, during and subsequent to their placement.
- To carry out a detailed department/job/task analysis of potential job placements.
- To carry out detailed job matching of students and placements.
- To comprehensively learn the work of and establish relationships with the departments of the host business offering internship opportunities, prior to presenting them to students.
Colleague,
December 2021 – April 2022
Tesco Express, London, United Kingdom
- Worked collaboratively with other Tesco colleagues to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked store environment, including restocking shelves, cleaning aisles, and monitoring inventory levels.
- Operated cash registers and other point-of-sale systems, handling cash and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated a commitment to health and safety protocols, including following guidelines for food handling, cleaning, and sanitizing to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for customers and colleagues.
- Participated in regular team meetings and training sessions to stay up-to-date on store policies and procedures, as well as to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Lecturer, Jun 2022 - Oct 2022
Colombo North Health Academy, Ragama, Sri Lanka
- Experienced lecturer with a background in clinical nutrition and food service, with a focus on teaching topics such as the food guide pyramid, food preferences, nutrient values, and calorie counts of commonly used foods.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene practices, including proper preparation, storage, and disposal of foods, as well as methods for preventing contamination and promoting food safety.
- Prepared nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates for CKD, Diabetic, and Hypertension NCD patients
- Experienced in teaching about special diets, including semi-solid and fluid diets for patients with medical conditions, such as dysphagia, stroke, Anaemia ,Cancer, Cardiovascular, Gastrointestinal Disorder as clinical conditions.
- Knowledgeable about dietary practices that are significant to various religious or ethnic groups, and skilled in teaching students about the cultural significance of different foods and dietary traditions.
- Proficient in teaching about the preparation, serving, and feeding of patients who require assistance, including those with clinical conditions
Visiting Lecturer, Jan 2022 - October 2022
University college of Kuliyapitiya, Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka
- Skilled in designing and delivering engaging lectures, presentations, and assessments to promote active learning and knowledge retention among students.
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and guidelines related to the cosmetology industry, including OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
- Proficient in creating quizzes, exams, and other assessments to measure student understanding of key concepts and principles.
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to keep track of student progress, grades, and other relevant data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, and industry professionals.
Nutritionist, June 2020 - September 2022
Danone/Nutricia team in Sri Lanka, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
- Skilled in providing a high-quality level of service to mothers-to-be and parents, with a focus on optimizing the health and nutrition of infants and toddlers.
- Experienced in developing nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates for toddlers and children to meet nutritional objectives and support healthy growth and development.
- Proficient in providing in-depth information on nutritional care through various channels, including Careline, social media platforms,other online and offline communication channels.
- Knowledgeable about various clinical conditions related to nutrition, such as stunting, wasting, malnutrition, and anemic condition, and skilled in providing specialized nutritional care to individuals with these conditions.
- Experienced in collaborating with internal stakeholders, including marketing and customer experience teams, to translate key insights and moments within the customer journey into relevant content and messaging.
Nutritionist, August 2019 – February 2020
CIC Holdings PLC, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
- Diet review on patients by checking blood, Anthropometry measurements and clinical information (conduct health camps for diabetes day, heart day, AIDs day, and Children day)
- Activation Planing-take responsibility to carry out Nutrition Awareness Programs on Non-communicable diseases (heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes)
- Coordinating-work closely with the Executive and Sales team to plan Brand Image development and ensure smooth implementation of awareness activities
- Worked alongside fellow health professionals and clinical nurse specialists during seminars, workshops and campaigns
