Jennifer Mears
Valparaiso
Summary
Dynamic School Nutrition Manager with over a decade of experience in managing food service operations and developing nutrition programs. Proven ability to oversee budgeting, inventory, and staff training, ensuring efficient meal service and student satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Nutrition Manager
East Porter County Schools
Valparaiso
08.2012 - 11.2025
- Managed daily food service operations for East Porter County Schools.
- Developed and implemented nutrition programs for student wellness initiatives.
- Oversaw inventory management and procurement of food supplies.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff on food handling procedures.
- Supervised budgeting and purchasing initiative for all meal plan inventory.
- Maintained records related to meal counts, student enrollment numbers, financial reports.
Real Estate Agent
Listing Leaders
Valparaiso
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients in buying and selling residential properties in competitive markets.
- Conducted property showings and open houses to attract potential buyers.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote listings through various platforms.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements on behalf of clients to secure favorable terms.
- Collaborated with mortgage lenders, inspectors, and appraisers to facilitate transactions.
- Maintained updated knowledge of local real estate markets.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
Bank Teller
US Federal Credit Union
Portage
08.1999 - 12.2003
- Processed member transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted members with account inquiries and product information.
- Educated customers on credit union services and benefits.
- Managed cash drawer and balanced daily transactions.
- Balanced teller drawers regularly throughout the day according to established procedures.
- Assisted customers with opening new accounts, ordering checks, and setting up online banking services.
Education
Portage High School
Portage, INSkills
- Food program development
- Inventory management
- Nutritional analysis
- Budget oversight
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Decision making
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Listing Leaders
02.2020 - 01.2022
School Nutrition Manager
East Porter County Schools
08.2012 - 11.2025
Bank Teller
US Federal Credit Union
08.1999 - 12.2003
Portage High School