RICHARD ROSARIO RIVERA JR
1402 Madison St, Syracuse,NY
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented worker with experience in laboratory animal care, food service, and sanitation. Skilled in performing repetitive daily tasks with consistency, adhering to strict compliance standards, and maintaining clean, organized environments. Known for reliability, teamwork, and adaptability in fast-paced, regulated settings. Seeking to apply precision and discipline to support cultivation and production operations in the cannabis industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Animal Caretaker
Upstate Medical University, Dept. of Laboratory Animal Resources
07.2025 - Current
- Perform repetitive daily tasks with precision, including cage sanitation, food/water replenishment, and environmental monitoring.
- Monitored animal health and behavior, reporting any abnormalities to veterinary staff promptly.
- Handle and transfer animals safely, adhering to humane handling and biosecurity standards.
- Maintain sterile environments through routine cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
- Accurately complete daily logs and health observations, ensuring compliance with university and federal regulations.
Server
La Piazza Ristorante Italiana
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Delivered professional service in a fine-dining environment, managing multiple tables and customer needs simultaneously.
- Repeated structured routines (order taking, plating, service standards) with consistency during peak hours.
- Trained new servers and acted as lead server to maintain smooth operations.
Server/Bartender
The Island Breeze
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided consistent service in a high-volume seasonal restaurant.
- Prepared cocktails and handled reservations while ensuring a clean, organized workspace.
- Assisted in streamlining daily operations in a fast-paced environment.
Sales Associate/Line Cook
Panera Bread
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Balanced front-of-house and kitchen duties with repetitive precision.
- Prepared fresh food consistently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
- Delivered customer service while maintaining food safety standards.
Environmental Service Worker
Women & Babies Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained sanitation in hospital environments, adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
- Performed repetitive cleaning tasks to ensure consistent compliance with infection control standards.
Line Cook
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Prepared dishes to exact specifications, following daily routines and recipes consistently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain a clean, efficient workflow.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastries
The Arts Institute of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05-2017
Skills
- Repetitive task execution with precision and consistency
- Sanitation and compliance in regulated environments
- Accurate documentation and logging
- Team collaboration in high-pressure settings
- Time management and multitasking
- Customer service and communication
- Animal care
- Patience and tolerance
- Product packaging
- Positive and friendly attitude
Timeline
Laboratory Animal Caretaker
Upstate Medical University, Dept. of Laboratory Animal Resources
07.2025 - Current
Server
La Piazza Ristorante Italiana
01.2023 - 01.2025
Server/Bartender
The Island Breeze
04.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Associate/Line Cook
Panera Bread
01.2019 - 04.2022
Environmental Service Worker
Women & Babies Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Line Cook
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastries
The Arts Institute of Philadelphia
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