Gavin Coker
Lakeland,Florida
Summary
Proactive Sports Writer and Owner with extensive experience in managing and editing online sports content and providing captivating coverage. Skilled in digital photography, deadline management, and team training, with a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to adapt quickly. Brings effective communication and quality assurance to fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Writer/Owner
Central Florida Sports Network
05.2024 - Current
- Delivering captivating sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats, and predictions.
- Managing and editing an online sports blog.
- Providing quality sports coverage to increase community knowledge and engagement.
BOH Line Cook
Phelan Family Brands
11.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility regarding food safety and quality
- Working effectively in fast-paced environments on various stations as needed.
- Working as part of a team to ensure timely food service and delivery
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations to meet restaurant and customer needs.
- Training new employees to ensure company standards are met
Food Expeditor
Phelan Family Brands
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
- Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
- Provided exceptional support to kitchen staff during high-volume periods, enabling faster turnaround times without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Increased order accuracy through effective communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
Warehouse Lead
Aqua Systems
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted customers with drive-thru water sales.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight, and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Communication And Marketing
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL05.2026
Skills
- In-depth sports knowledge
- Strong writing skills
- Digital Photography
- Deadline Management
- Quality Assurance
- Team Member Training
- Food safety knowledge
Timeline
Sports Writer/Owner
Central Florida Sports Network
05.2024 - Current
BOH Line Cook
Phelan Family Brands
11.2022 - Current
Food Expeditor
Phelan Family Brands
09.2021 - 11.2022
Warehouse Lead
Aqua Systems
01.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports Communication And Marketing
Florida Southern College
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