Brooke Welcher-Miner

2612 Salem Rd. Charleston, IL 61920

Phone: (217) 4939414 E-Mail: bawelcherminer@eiu.edu

Education
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO

August 2016 present

Masters Candidate: Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietetic Intern

Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL
FCS: Dietetics, DPD coursework
Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL
Bachelor of Science, Biology Magna Cum Laude
Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL
Associate of Science, Biology Magna Cum Laude

August 2014 May 2016

GPA: 3.91/4.0
August 2008 May 2010
GPA: 3.81/4.0
August 2006 August 2008
GPA: 3.72/4.0

Work Experience
Club 217 Volleyball Windsor, IL
March 2016 May 2016
Coach
Teach skills and knowledge of elite volleyball competition to ages 11-12
Coordinate schedules and travel to tournaments
Communicate between club owners, parents, and peer coaches
Charleston Country Club Charleston, IL
August 2015 Present
Bartender
Interact with customers, serve snacks, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Assess customers needs and preferences and make recommendations
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
Comply with all food and beverage regulations
The Fit Expo Los Angeles, CA
May 2015 Present
Competition Staff Stage Manager
Manage a team of 2 4 other individuals
Supervise registration, check-in, and line-up for all FitExpo competitions
Coordinate with directors, judges, MC, and other staff members for efficient flow of events
Record all winners information for social media and sponsorship purposes
Promotion via social media of The FitExpo and included events/competitions
Heritage Woods of Charleston Charleston, IL
May 2015 November 2015
Dietary Aide
Provided dietary assistance to 40 50 residents
Worked under direction of the certified dietary manager and in conjunction with nursing staff and administration
Assisted cooks in food preparation during morning shift
Prepared snack trays and drinks for overnight use by residents

St. Michael the Archangel School Sigel, IL

December 2014 Present
Head Volleyball Coach
Teach skills and knowledge for competition to grades 5-8
Coordinate practice schedules and agendas
Communicate between athletic board, school officials, parents, and athletes
Schedule, coordinate, and instruct summer volleyball camp
Attend all matches and abide by IESA guidelines
Buffalo Wild Wings Mattoon, IL
October 2014 May 2015
Bartender
Created and sustained ongoing relationships with guests
Obtained food orders and prepared all alcoholic beverages for establishment
River Caf & Bar River Grove, IL
March 2012 November 2015
Shift Supervisor/Bartender
Trained new Team Members on all shift responsibilities and establishment protocols
Served as acting supervisor in absence of management
Supported flow of restaurant as lead bartender for high volume client needs
Ensured quality control, minimal product loss, and monitored Front of House labor
Handled large amounts of cash and balanced bar funds at end of each shift
Toby Keiths I Love This Bar & Grill Rosemont, IL
July 2012 July 2015
Bartender
Coordinated high volume customer needs
Handled large amounts of cash and balanced drawers at end of shift
Oversaw bar area and ensured all corporate protocols are met
Trained new Team Members on all bartending responsibilities
Buffalo Wild Wings Elmhurst, IL
February 2009 July 2012
Certified Trainer/Bartender
Supported flow of entire restaurant including General Manager and Director of Franchise
Coordinated high volume client needs and corresponded to inquiries in person and over the phone
Trained new Team Members and Managers in Training on all bartender responsibilities

Research/Projects
EIU Food Science Research Topic: Quality Characteristics, Preference, and Overall Acceptability of No Bake Granola
Bars Presented at 2015 Lumpkin College of Business and Applied Science Research and Creative Activity Symposium
EIU Community Nutrition: Needs assessment and plan of implementation for campus food pantry (FA15)
EIU Food Service Management: Development of dining center remodel plan for EIU campus; plan chosen for use for
Academic Year 2016-2017 remodel (FA15)
Panelist, Market Research: John Wiley & Son Publishing Company, Visualizing Nutrition Validation of the Self-Efficacy
in Teaching Nutrition in the Community (SET-NC) Survey

Awards

Lake Land College Deans List Spring 2007, Spring 2008

Lake Land College Honors List Fall 2006
Elmhurst College Deans List Spring 2009, Fall 2009, Spring 2010
Eastern Illinois University Deans List
Talented Student Award, Lake Land College May 2006
Talented Athlete Award, Lake Land College June 2006
Transfer Excellence Scholarship, Elmhurst College January 2010
Ruth Miller Esbeck Scholarship, Eastern Illinois University September 2015

Campus Activities

EIU Student Dietetic Association, 2014 2016

o 2015 2016 Secretary
Lake Land Lakers Cheerleader, 2006 2008
o 2007 2008 Captain
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, 2006 2008
FCS Ambassador, Eastern Illinois University, 2015 2016

Community Activities

Developed and taught a basic diabetes education program to seniors in assisted living facilities, 2015-2016
Special Olympics Illinois 2006 - Present
o Family Fun Fest, September 2006, 2007, 2014
o Brighter Smiles initiative, May 2012, 2013, 2014
o Activity Supervisor, September 2014
Jeepin for a Cure Fundraiser initiative for local persons suffering chronic illness
o Registration and Donations (annually July, 2010 Present)
EIU Wesley Foundation Food Pantry
o Distribution Volunteer (September 2015 Present)
Ashmore Elementary After-School Program
o Nutrition Education (September 2015 Present)
o Snack Coordinator (January 2016 May 2016)
Wellness Rocks 2k Walk/Run & Wellness Fair Volunteer
o MyPlate presenter, Food distributor (September 2015)
One Stop Community Christmas organization that aids underprivileged children at Christmastime
o Volunteer, Personal Shopper (December 2015)

Professional Development

RELIAS Learning, Post-Acute Care July 2015: November

Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, Student Member November 2015 - Present
EIUnity Diversity Conference, Eastern Illinois University February 2016
Developing Competencies in Pediatric Nutrition, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital April 2016
Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE), Boston, MA October 2016

Certifications

BASSET Alcohol Training May 2009

ServSafe Food Protection Manager September 2014
Human Kinetics Coach Education IESA Certified Coach January 2015
ANSI Food Handler May 2015
Pediatric and Adult CPD/AED/First Aid May 2016