Grace Burlingame

Portland, OR

Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills learned through Girl Scouts, University Crew, and Nutrition Projects
Effective leader as President of Food and Nutrition Club, camp counselor, Honor Society President
Proficient in nutritional analysis software Food Processor, NutriCalc, Computrition
Excellent organization skills, independent and eager learner
ServSafe Certification: January 2013
Washington State Food Handlers Permit: December 2013

Education
Oregon Health & Science University

August 2014 June 2016

Pursuing a Masters in Clinical Nutrition

Intern at a variety of organizations including Portland Public Schools, Clark County Public Health Department,
Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Performing research on correlations between body fat composition and dietary intake for thesis

Seattle Pacific University

Portland, OR

Seattle, WA

September 2010 June 2014

Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutritional Sciences Dietetics, GPA 3.7, Deans list (11 quarters)
High achievement in courses across the curriculum including Anatomy and Physiology, Advanced Nutrition, and
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Teachers Assistant for Human Nutrition 3340 and Nutrition through Life Cycle 3321
o Lead study groups, grade assignments, enter grades, and advise students in class

Relevant Experience
Dietary Aid

UW Cancer Research Lab

September 2013 August 2014

Seattle, WA

October 2010 June 2014 (School Year)

Independent work including; centrifuging, pipetting, and freezing of blood drawn from hospital
Data entry and inventory of samples in freezers.
Clean, maintain, and prepare supplies and work areas
Received positive references and job evaluations from employer

Meal Planning and Preparation

Seattle, WA

Plate and serve food to nursing home residents struggling with dementia, eating ability, and mental capacity
Fill patient menus accurately in fast-paced environment
Accommodate specific dietary needs such as puree, dysphagia, mechanical soft, and thickened liquid diets when
plating food
Clean and sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, and equipment

Lab Assistant

Bayview Retirement Center

Seattle, WA

August 2013 August 2014

Plan menus according to employers needs and diet restrictions, all meals must be gluten, soy, and dairy free
Prepare meals in private family home once a week to be reheated and eaten throughout the week.

Additional Experiences
Rowed with SPU crew, Seattle, WA, 2010-2011
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics member, 2012-present
Tabitha Ministry Nutrition Team, Seattle, WA, November 2012 May 2014
Nutrition Club, Seattle, WA, September 2010 present, President 2012-2013
Seattle Pacific University mentor for underclassmen, Seattle, WA, 2013-2014
Thrive Generation restaurant, Food-prep volunteer position, Seattle, WA 2012
Food Lifeline, Seattle, WA 2011