MANAR ALMANSOURI
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-driven Nutrition and Food Science graduate with expertise in clinical nutrition, food service, and nutrition education. As Founder and Operations Manager of Friends Cookies, led operations, ensured food safety, delivered engaging workshops, and supervised teams. Open to opportunities in Quality, Food Safety, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or the Food Industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Operations Manager
Friends Cookies
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
08.2024 - Current
- Founded and managed a home-based cloud kitchen specializing in handcrafted cookies. Holds a Saudi Freelance Work Certificate.
- Managed production, purchasing, inventory, quality control, supplier coordination, and customer orders for The Chefz and Sallah, ensuring timely and high-quality service.
- Coordinated marketing strategies to promote brand awareness.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
Cooking Workshop Instructor
Upgrade Creative Space
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated cooking workshops for adults and children, fostering creativity and culinary skills through hands-on learning.
- Developed engaging workshop curricula for diverse creative projects.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions for participants of all skill levels.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workshop content and delivery.
Dietetic Intern
National Guard Hospital
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Completed one-year clinical internship across adult and pediatric departments, conducting nutrition assessments, participating in clinical rounds, and developing nutrition care plans.
- Conducted nutritional assessments for patients in diverse medical settings.
- Developed personalized meal plans based on individual dietary needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure integrated patient care approaches.
Diet Clerk
Saint Thomas West Hospital
Nashville, USA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Documented dietary restrictions, allergies, and feeding schedules while managing patient meal services in compliance with hospital standards.
- Managed patient meal orders and dietary preferences for optimal satisfaction.
- Coordinated food deliveries to various hospital departments efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with dietary guidelines and nutrition standards daily.
Teacher's Assistant
Saudi Aramco Community Program
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Assisted with photography classes and supported student learning.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom activities.
- Supported students with learning tasks and encouraged participation in lessons.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained a clean, safe learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Lipscomb University
Nashville , USA 08.2016 - 05.2021
Skills
- Operations Management
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Quality Assurance
- Culinary Management
- Nutrition Education
- Workshop Facilitation
- Recipe Development
- Team Supervision
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Brand awareness
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certificate
- English Proficiency Diploma
Languages
- Arabic, Native
- English, Fluent
Timeline
Founder & Operations Manager
Friends Cookies
08.2024 - Current
Cooking Workshop Instructor
Upgrade Creative Space
06.2023 - Current
Dietetic Intern
National Guard Hospital
11.2022 - 12.2023
Diet Clerk
Saint Thomas West Hospital
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Lipscomb University
08.2016 - 05.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Saudi Aramco Community Program
06.2014 - 12.2015