Kathleen Keane

13541 S. Tara Drive, Homer Glen, IL 60491

708-217-7368
katek9017@gmail.com

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (August 2009 May 2013)

Bachelor of Food Science & Human Nutrition, concentration in Dietetics, with Honors

Experience
Dietetic Intern Aramark Distance Learning Dietetic Internship at Central DuPage Hospital
September 2014 to Present
19 week clinical rotation, 9 week management rotation, 4 week community rotation
2 week elective rotation in clinical pediatrics inpatient and outpatient
Emerging Trends Research Project in conjunction with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics

Nutrition & Operational Support Assistant- Aramark Correctional Services

July 2013 to August 2014
Revised menus using PRIMA menu planning software
Analyzed nutritional and cost reports to ensure compliance with regulations and standards
Revised juvenile account menus to comply with updated National School Lunch Program requirements
Developed menu plans for cardiac, diabetic, gastric soft, mechanical soft and vegetarian diets
Conducted product and recipe testing at Kane County Jail
Provided support to over 190 accounts
Trained new employees and assisted with interviewing process

Nutrition, Fitness & Health Writer- College Lifestyles Online Magazine

December 2012 to May 2013
Wrote weekly articles pertaining to nutrition, fitness, and general health
Conducted an in-depth interview with University of Illinois registered dietitian

Dietetic Student Clinical Summer Internship- Manor Care

Summer 2012
Participated in Nutrition Care Process in long-term care and rehabilitation setting
Researched hydration in the older adult population and developed education materials for nursing staff
Assembled and delivered meal trays, ensuring each meal matched the diet order and resident preferences
Communicated with nursing staff and residents to address food service related concerns and requests
Worked with a group to accomplish safe and efficient food service

Student Dining Hall Worker- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

August 2010 to May 2012
Developed strong knowledge and implementation of food service on a large-scale
Responsible for restocking food stations using safe food handling practices
Provided training to newly hired employees

Produce Clerk- Jewel-Osco

January 2007 to August 2009
Assisted customers with produce selection and provided customer service in person and by telephone
Restocked produce, ensured produce freshness, took monthly inventory, and accepted shipments
Directed produce workers to set up weekly sales displays

Membership & Certification

West Suburban Dietetic Association Social Media Chair & Webmaster, September 2013 to Present
Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, 2012 to Present
Food Safety Manager Certification, 2011