Mary Rhiner, M.A., R.D.
Professor, Hospitality Programs
Business and Information Technology Department
217 Iowa Hall, Main Campus
319-398-5468 Hospitality Program Office
319-398-5899 ext 5124
mary.rhiner@kirkwood.edu

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Education Background:

I received my B.S. Degree in Food and Nutrition from Iowa State University.

I received my M.A. Degree in Home Economics with an emphasis in nutrition and education from the University of Iowa.

I am a registered dietitian.

Professional Background:

Professor, Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Teach courses in food preparation, baking, wines, law, menu planning, nutrition, purchasing, cost control, employment seminar, hospitality seminar, college success, and layout and equipment. Advise student.

Consultant Dietitian to Health Care Facilities, Group Homes and Elderly Feeding Sites. Cedar Rapids, Iowa and surrounding areas.  Planned and reviewed menus for nutrition adequacy, assisted food service supervisors with meal production and service, and provided patient care services.

Dietary Assistant and Patient Service Manager, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.  Iowa City, Iowa. Supervised 60-90 employees in the food production and service areas of a foodservice facility serving 5000 meals per day.

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Courses I Teach:

Food Fundamentals
Intro to Hospitality I
Menu Planning and Nutrition
Purchasing and Cost Control