Rita Cooke
TALLAHASSEE,FL
Summary
Experienced food service professional known for strong leadership in training and operational efficiency. Skilled in food preparation and presentation, contributing to improved team performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Assistant
Tallahassee State College
Tallahassee, FL
04.2008 - 04.2026
- Prepared and served meals in compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation to minimize waste.
- Led daily team meetings to discuss operational challenges and solutions for improvement.
Food Service Worker
Metz
Tallahassee, FL
08.2019 - 12.2025
- Prepared and served food items according to safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies for efficient kitchen operations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and equipment usage.
Food Service Worker
Seminole Oaks
Tallahassee, FL
09.1996 - 10.2007
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined food service operations and reduced waste.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure compliance with safety protocols during service.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Led daily team meetings to discuss operational goals and address service challenges effectively.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Rickard High
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Food compliance
- Sanitation practices
- Food handling safe serve
- Food presentation
- Inventory control
- Order management
- POS operation cashier oveover 25years
- Food storage
Certification
Safe-Serve
Languages
English
Limited Working
Work well staff.And enjoy meeting new people
I like working people like meeting new and making new people feel welcome
Cashier
Also work as a cashier taking payment
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Metz
08.2019 - 12.2025
Food Service Assistant
Tallahassee State College
04.2008 - 04.2026
Food Service Worker
Seminole Oaks
09.1996 - 10.2007
No Degree - General Studies
Rickard High