ShaNiece Pinkston

Dynamic and skilled culinary professional with extensive experience in dietary management, cooking, and food service. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals, manage kitchen operations, and provide exceptional customer service. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a commitment to maintaining safety, quality standards, and promoting optimal health and performance through nutrition.

Experienced Food Service

Supervisor with a strong background in overseeing the daily operations of dining facilities. Demonstrated strength in managing staff, ensuring food safety protocols, and maintaining high levels of customer service.

EXPERIENCE

Nutrition Food Service Supervisor | Medstar Healthcare

2022 to Current

• Describe your responsibilities and achievements in terms of impact and results. Use examples but keep it short.
• Customer service: Display professionalism, assist patients, and contribute to departmental improvements.
• Development: Participates in training and development activities as needed.

Freelance Chef and Culinary Consultant | Travel

2015 – Current

• Menu Development: Create and customize menus tailored to client needs, dietary restrictions, and preferences.
• Food Preparation: Prepare and present high-quality, nutritious meals with attention to detail and presentation.
• Kitchen Management: Oversee kitchen operations, including staff supervision, inventory management, and sanitation standards.
• Consultation Services: Provide expert advice on culinary trends, menu optimization, and kitchen efficiency.
• Client Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients to understand their requirements and deliver outstanding service.
• Event Catering: Plan and execute catering services for private events, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in all culinary activities.

Cashier | Restaurant Associates

2022 – 2025

• Great guests prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, espresso, cappuccino, café latte, tea, and chai tea.
• Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the café
• Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately and securely.
• Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed

Chef | Arbor Terrace at Crabapple

2019 – 2020

• Provided nutritious meals following ADA dietary guidelines.
• Supervised kitchen staff in the absence of the food service director
• Managed delivery, storage, inventory, and security of food and supplies.
• Ensured kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Maintained temperature and cleaning logs.

Dietary Assistant Manager/Cook/Secretary | Sunrise Senior Living

2014 – 2018

• Build rapport with healthcare professionals and residents.
• Provided superior dining experiences for residents.
• Managed phone calls and inquiries related to residents.
• Present company services to potential clients.
• Maintained menus for staff and residents (250+ people)
• Trained and evaluated employer, customer, and vendor concerns promptly.

Dinning Service Associate | Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital

2014 – 2016

• Assisted patients with menu selections based on dietary restrictions.
• Maintained inventory of dietary supplements.
• Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals.
• Addressed employer and customer concerns timely.
• Maintained quality and safety standards.

MS Nutrition Sciences | Hood College – Frederick, MD

Expected in 05/2026

BS Food and Nutrition and Dietetics | Southern University and A & M College – Baton Rouge, LA

05/2014