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PUTNAM — Jennifer LeClair, night cook for Day Kimball Hospital’s Nutritional Services department, was named employee of the month for April by Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH).
LeClair began her career with DKH in 2010 in an entry level position within the hospital’s kitchen working in the dish room and delivering food trays to patients. LeClair has taken on increased responsibilities during her seven years with the healthcare system and was promoted to a full time night cook in 2017. In her role as night cook, LeClair is responsible for a variety of preparation and cooking duties for cafeteria meals and patients including assisting on patient tray line by preparing, setting up and serving hot food items, reviewing menus to determine type and quantities of items to prepare, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work area.
LeClair grew up in Washburn, Maine and lives in Plainfield with her husband, Richard. They have three children: a daughter Sarah, Laura and son, Ben. LeClair graduated from the University of Maine at Orono in 1994 with an associate’s degree in paralegal studies. LeClair has completed ServSafe food and beverage safety training and has received a certificate from the National Restaurant Association.