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Caliandra Dal Bello

Sydney,NSW
Caliandra  Dal Bello

Summary

Bilingual (Portuguese Native and English intermediary). Dedicated professional holding a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition in Brazil. Over 12 years of experience, I am committed with tasks that require attention to details, precision and constant pace. I am analytical and balanced, thinking to decide systemically, based on what is essential. . I value quality and I don’t measure efforts to achieve the corporation goals. I have experience in food service, managing a team of more than a hundred professionals, budget management and cost analysis, menu planning with macro and micronutrient references, using a menu management system called TEKNISA (Brazil). My VISA is the 482 subclass. 

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Algodão Doce Childhood education
Caxias do Sul , BRAZIL

Early Childhood Education Nutritionist
10.2015 - 08.2023

Job overview

• Diagnose and monitor students’ nutritional conditions.
• Identify students who have different nutritional needs and prepare specific menus for them.
• Carry out planning, preparation and evaluation of school feeding menus, in addition to monitoring the results.
• Ensure that menus correspond to the nutritional needs of each age group and health status in the region.
• Respect eating habits of each Brazilian region.
• Give preference to the use of local, organic and/or agroecological products, acquired from agriculture and rural family producers.
• Carry out inspection, planning and guidance for the purchase, production and distribution of food and meals, following Food Safety codes for food quality.
• Guide the cleaning and disinfection activities of environments, equipment and utensils related to school meals;
• Apply acceptability tests for new foods.
• Create the Good Practices Manual
• Create technical sheets for each dish on the menu.
• Propose and execute actions for food and nutritional education for the entire school community, together with pedagogical coordination.

Expert Restaurantes Empresariais
Caxias Do Sul, Brazil

Nutritionist / Quality Control / PCP
12.2011 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Guided in food selection, preparation or menu planning.
  • Provided education on healthy eating habits, food selection and preparation.
  • Created educational materials for clients on topics such as diet, exercise and food safety.
  • Created and implemented menus and recipes cost.
  • Budget management on new prospects and existing clients.
  • Company quality control: Inspection and hygiene, supervising interstate teams.
  • Staff training and management, SOP (standardized operating procedures).
  • Implemented the Good practice Manual and methods for food quality control.
  • Created and implemented menus and recipe cost.
  • Worked as the nutritionist managers.
  • Worked on the quality control department.
  • Worked on the PCP department.

Circulo Hospital
Caxias Do Sul , BRAZIL

Dietitian Nutritionist
10.2010 - 12.2011

Job overview

  • Educated healthcare professionals on topics related to nutrition science and best practices in dietetics.
  • Planned and implemented individualized nutrition care plans for clients.
  • Provided guidance on healthy eating habits, lifestyle modifications and dietary changes.
  • Counseled patients on food selection, preparation and consumption to meet their health goals.
  • Developed educational materials to educate the public about nutrition principles and guidelines.
  • Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up visits, lab tests and other assessments.
  • Created meal plans based on individual needs such as age, gender, medical condition or religious beliefs.
  • Provided advice on special diets such as low sodium diets or vegan diets.
  • Recommended supplements or vitamin and mineral therapy when appropriate.
  • Reviewed relevant literature regarding the effects of various foods on specific diseases or conditions.
  • Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
  • Educated patients, families and medical practitioners on nutrition.
  • Worked with food service personnel to update patient meal programs and public cafeteria menus.
  • Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
  • Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
  • Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets.

Oliver's Pie
Avalon - NSW, Sydney- AUS

Kitchen Hand
2024.04 - Current (1 year & 2 months)

Job overview

  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
  • Inspected catering equipment and utensils regularly to manage wear and tear.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
  • Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads, pies and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
  • Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.

Education

SENAC
Porto Alegre, BRAZIL

Postgraduate in Sanitary Inspection, Hygiene And Food Health
12-2020

Moinhos De Vento Hospital
Porto Alegre, BRAZIL

Postgraduate in Clinical Nutrition And Chronic
12-2012

Feevale University
Novo Hamburgo - BRAZIL

Bachelor´s Degree in Nutrition
08-2010

Skills

  • Barista Course
  • Cash handling
  • Logistics PCP
  • Food Knowledge
  • Nutrition Recommendations
  • Nutrition Services Program
  • Quality Assurance
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Prep Techniques
  • Menu Selection Assistance
  • Healthy Eating Tips
  • Food Counseling
  • Nutrition Education
  • Dietary Guidelines
  • Nutrition Counseling
  • Menu Development
  • Meal Program Development
  • Recipe & Batch Cooking
  • Taste Testing And Recipe Development
  • Recipe Preparation
  • Financial Report Creation
  • Budget Management
  • Budget Development
  • Commercialization
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Food Safety Protocol
  • Food And Safety Standards
  • Menu Implementation
  • Meal Adjustment
  • Patient Education
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Gestational Diabetes Diets And Treatment
  • Team Collaboration
  • Distributing Meals
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Team Oriented
  • Working With Diverse People
  • Menu Planning Skills
  • Relationship Management

Languages

Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Timeline

Kitchen Hand

Oliver's Pie
2024.04 - Current (1 year & 2 months)

Early Childhood Education Nutritionist

Algodão Doce Childhood education
10.2015 - 08.2023

Nutritionist / Quality Control / PCP

Expert Restaurantes Empresariais
12.2011 - 08.2023

Dietitian Nutritionist

Circulo Hospital
10.2010 - 12.2011

SENAC

Postgraduate in Sanitary Inspection, Hygiene And Food Health

Moinhos De Vento Hospital

Postgraduate in Clinical Nutrition And Chronic

Feevale University

Bachelor´s Degree in Nutrition
Caliandra Dal Bello