Carley Jane Jennings

P (714) 227 7909 E [email protected] FB @carleyskitchen W carleyskitchen.org

Objective

Contribute to Healthier Generation by providing outstanding nutrition and wellness support to Southern California communities

Summary of Qualifications

Experienced Nutrition Educator and Counselor who focuses on whole foods nutrition and patient-driven care

CEO at Carley’s Kitchen, private business for nutrition and fitness coaching as well as culinary support and education

Specialize in designing and cooking custom plant-based therapeutic diets to promote health, wellness, and weight loss

Master of Science in Nutrition for Wellness, ACSM-Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Nutritional Chef

Education

Master of Science in Nutrition For Wellness

Bastyr University California, Torrey Pines                                                                                                  June 2018

Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

University of California Santa Cruz                                                                                                        August 2009

Relevant Work Experience

Personal Chef, Cooking Instructor, and Meal Planning Consultant

Carley’s Kitchen, Carlsbad                                                                                                       June 2016 to Present

Provide hands-on cooking instruction and demonstrations for individuals and groups. Serve as a Personal Chef for individuals, families, and special occasions. Design and cook custom meals and weekly meal plans for clients. Provide nutrition consultations, personal training, and health coaching services. Run camps and classes for youth and adults.

Cooking Instructor

Cook for Thought, Del Mar                                                                                              September 2018 to Present

Teach after-school enrichment courses for K-8 students in the Del Mar Union School District. Curriculum focus on culinary skill development, using whole-food ingredients, and introducing students to foods from different cultures.

Nutrition Consultant

CalMentor, Kearny Mesa                                                                                                          May 2018 to Present

Serve as a nutrition coordinator for households providing services to developmentally disabled adults. Consult with mentors and program recipients in need of nutritional support for specific health concerns. Provide nutritional information, shopping assistance, dietary counseling, meal preparation insights, and recipe suggestions.

Medical Chef

Medichefs, Del Mar                                                                                                                 June 2018 to Present

Provide personal chef services using food as nutritional therapy to prevent and reverse chronic disease. Consult with healthcare professionals and clients to develop individualized disease-specific diets using whole food ingredients.

Weight Management Program Instructor and Co-Developer

Bastyr University Weight Management Program, Torrey Pines                                                August 2017 to Present

Collaborate with faculty and students to develop the group exercise and fitness component of the Weight Management Program. Design and instruct the Physical fitness component of the program. Also participate nutrition consultations and cooking instruction to program participants.

Advanced Biochemistry: Macronutrients, Micronutrients, and Biochemistry Teaching Assistant

Bastyr University, Torrey Pines                                                                                             September 2017 to Present

Provide instruction and assistance to first-year students completing their Master’s of Science in Nutrition for Wellness. I review material and consolidate information into outlines and study guides for use by the students. I attend classes in order to provide faculty support, participate in and facilitate discussions, and answer student questions and concerns. I am available to students in order to review information and provide academic support. Grade papers and prepare presentations

Nutrition Consultant

OC Fit, Orange County                                                                                                   September 2017 to Present

Guide clients toward their fitness goals by supporting the development of healthy dietary habits and providing education on nutrition topics. Receive anthropometric data from clients and calculate macronutrient distribution ranges that correspond with desired weight loss targets. Facilitate live consultations with clients to discuss strategies for motivation and behavior change and how to implement health-promoting habits into their daily lives. Provide daily feedback and accountability through an online tracking tool. Maintain 24/7 availability for any questions and concerns.

Whole Foods Production Teaching Assistant

Bastyr University, Torrey Pines                                                                                                    July 2017 to August 2017

Provide assistance to naturopathic medical students in a hands-on cooking course designed to broaden their understanding of plant-based cooking from whole, seasonal ingredients. I demonstrated techniques, answered questions, and guided students through the process of creating wholesome, balanced meals from fresh ingredients.

Docent and Farmers Marketeer

Suzie’s Farm, Imperial Beach                                                                                                          May 2017 to July 2017
Represented the farm at local farmers’ markets, sold produce, and provided nutrition and culinary information to patrons. As a docent, led tours that introduced the public to the farm and educated visitors about sustainable farming.

Hobbies and Interests
I am extremely passionate about healthy living and love to begin every day with a workout. I spend much of my time in the kitchen preparing plant-based meals and enjoy finding creative and delicious preparations for local and seasonal produce. I am a team member of the Melomanos Pechanga Dance Company; we perform Salsa and Bachata-style routines at festivals and competitions. As a long-time resident of California, I can never get enough sunshine. I find every occasion to be outdoors, and really enjoy spending time near the coast or exploring local shops and businesses.

Other Projects and Certifications

Capstone Thesis: Promoting Community Wellness through Early Childhood Cooking Curricula

Masters Thesis work involved teaching cooking courses to K-8 elementary school students in the Del Mar Union School District. Classes are designed to introduce students to basic culinary skills and concepts, promote the use of new and exotic foods, and provide opportunities for youth to learn how to critique and adapt recipes. Masters thesis project: Measuring culinary literacy & developing nutrition life skills  in an afterschool program for grades 1-6, assessed student and family experiences with elementary school cooking curriculum. Project goals included promoting retention of nutrition knowledge and improving student engagement and experience.

American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C)

Yoga Alliance 200-Hour Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT)

Basic Life Support CPR Certified October 2017