Dhara Patel

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About Dhara Patel

Motivated and detail-oriented food and nutrition professional with diverse hands-on experience in long-term care, retirement homes, and foodservice operations. I bring a unique blend of culinary skills, nutrition management, and leadership abilities, developed through roles as a Dietary Aide, Junior Chef, Food Supervisor, and home-based baker. I hold an Honours diploma in Food and Nutrition Management from Georgian College and a post-graduate certificate in Operations Leadership in Food Manufacturing from Conestoga College. My strengths lie in textured diet modifications, allergy-sensitive meal preparation, inventory control, food safety compliance, and resident-centered care. I’m also trained in industry systems like MealSuite and Sysco, with certified skills in WHMIS, Microsoft Office, and Food Handling. Passionate about delivering quality meals with care and compassion, I thrive in collaborative environments and aim to grow into leadership roles that combine operational excellence with personalized nutrition.