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Holly Kur

Notting Hill,VIC

Summary

Results-oriented Dietitian and Nutritionist with experience working in private practice, community, and clinical (acute and outpatient) settings. Skilled at diet and lifestyle management of acute and chronic health conditions, counselling, treatment planning and monitoring and evaluating progress.

Demonstrated success collaborating with culturally and linguistically diverse populations and multidisciplinary teams applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes.

Successfully educated patients and families, planned menus and completed assessments. Strong communicator with outstanding active listening skills.

Experienced in public health project work including stakeholder engagement, quality control and assurance, culturally appropriate and creative interventions.

Thrive in challenging, fast-paced settings both independently and within teams.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietitian Nutritionist /Business Owner

Pepita Nutrition & Dietetics
09.2021 - Current
  • Diverse client demographic: Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, sports performance, disordered eating, weight management, malnutrition, cancer care.
  • Complete comprehensive personalised nutrition care plans following the ADIME framework (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation).
  • Determine client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific goals, lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
  • Develop recipes and individualised meal plans to meet nutritional objectives.
  • Use evidenced based practice to apply knowledge and skills in the delivery of patient centred care.
  • Provide nutrition counselling including goal setting and motivational interviewing.

Student Dietitian

Torres And Cape Hospital And Health Service
03.2021 - 04.2021

Food service quality assurance project

Student Dietitian

Metro South Addiction And Mental Health Services
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Outpatient community dietitian in CCU Coorparoo
  • Malnutrition Project in older adults

Student Dietitian

North West Hospital & Health Service
11.2020 - 12.2020

4 week project for community public health nutrition - on site

Student Dietitian Nutritionist

Queensland Health, Princess Alexandra Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
  • Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
  • Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
  • Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
  • Developed and delivered an interactive in-service training presentation on Refeeding Syndrome to nursing staff.

Owner Operator

The Glamour Bar
01.2008 - 01.2020

Key Accountabilities:

  • Managed day-to-day business operations including administration, health and safety, book keeping and accounts management, and customer service management.
  • Provided hair and makeup services to clients.
  • Trained and motivated sub-contractors.
  • Evaluated suppliers and monitored market conditions to take advantage of emerging trends, maintain cost controls and set accurate product pricing.
  • Attended trade shows and special events to enhance skills an knowledge, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.

Key Achievements:

  • Founded and managed a business for 12 years, grew revenue to $125,000 in 3rd year.
  • Commercial and celebrity clients: Lend Lease, Australia Fair, Style Magazine, Sigma Pharmaceutical, Amanda Keller, Queensland Wedding and Bride magazine.

Student Community Nutritionist

Goodna Special School, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
  • Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
  • Delivered high-level administrative support to program team during regular operations and targeted meetings.
  • Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
  • Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
  • Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
  • Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.

Administration & Personal Assistant, General Manager

CitiSolar
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Key Accountabilities:
  • Banking and cash handling
  • Customer relations including customer service and disputes resolution
  • Social media management
  • Creative design of website, marketing material and office stationary
  • Booking flights and accommodation for work related travel
  • General office duties including document filing, printing, binding, data entry, inventory and ordering of stationary and office supplies
  • Proficient use of programs including MYOB, Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Consulted with leadership to identify processes requiring improvement to support growth and success.
  • Composed inter-office correspondence and provided product and service information to customers.
  • Booked airfare, hotel, and ground transportation to coordinate office travel.
  • Recorded and tracked operational expenses to identify and eliminate wasteful spending.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.

Bartender & Door Host

Katarzyna Group - The Family Nightclub
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Greeting customers and escorting to function rooms
  • Cash handling
  • Serving beverages to customers
  • Set up and pack down of bar equipment including cleaning and counting tills
  • Official documentation of entry and exit numbers for the entire venue
  • Dealing with customer complaints and resolving issues to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Maintaining a high standard of appearance including hair, makeup and clothing
  • Enforcing dress code requirements
  • ID checking and refusal of underage or intoxicated patrons.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Education

Master of Dietetics Studies -

The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
06.2021

Bachelor of Health Science - Nutrition

The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
2019

Diploma of Specialised Makeup Services -

Academy of Makeup
Brisbane, QLD
2011

Skills

  • Weight Management
  • Malnutrition
  • Diabetes Management
  • Dietary and lifestyle management of chronic diseases
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Food Science Understanding
  • Quality Control and Assurance
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Creative Solutions
  • Food services Project Work
  • Public Health Nutrition Projects
  • Mental Health Community Care

Additional Information

  • Other references may be provided upon request.

Timeline

Dietitian Nutritionist /Business Owner

Pepita Nutrition & Dietetics
09.2021 - Current

Student Dietitian

Torres And Cape Hospital And Health Service
03.2021 - 04.2021

Student Dietitian

North West Hospital & Health Service
11.2020 - 12.2020

Student Dietitian

Metro South Addiction And Mental Health Services
10.2020 - 03.2021

Student Dietitian Nutritionist

Queensland Health, Princess Alexandra Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2020

Student Community Nutritionist

Goodna Special School, Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program
07.2019 - 12.2019

Administration & Personal Assistant, General Manager

CitiSolar
01.2013 - 01.2016

Bartender & Door Host

Katarzyna Group - The Family Nightclub
01.2009 - 01.2013

Owner Operator

The Glamour Bar
01.2008 - 01.2020

Master of Dietetics Studies -

The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Health Science - Nutrition

The University of Queensland

Diploma of Specialised Makeup Services -

Academy of Makeup
Holly Kur