Rita Sweatt
ritasweatt20@gmail.com
Zolfo Springs,FL
Summary
Results-driven kitchen manager with over 15 years of experience in food preparation and staff training. Expertise in maintaining high-quality standards and effective time management, contributing to improved customer experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning
Nuhope Elderly Care Services
Wauchula, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Enhanced room cleanliness for increased customer satisfaction, performing thorough cleaning tasks.
- Sweep and mop center for elderly to gather in a clean area for games and activities
- makes sure bathrooms are clean and stocked
- tables are cleaned and sanitized so no germs are spread
- remove trash to start a new week
Cook Shift Leader
Kathy's Kitchen
Wauchula, FL
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient cooking procedures to enhance productivity.
- Trained new team members on food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menu items based on customer preferences.
- Coordinated shift schedules, optimizing staff allocation for peak service times.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall dining experience and satisfaction.
Cook/Kitchen Manager
Pioneer Restaurant
Wauchula, FL
03.2008 - 01.2026
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection, enhancing seasonal offerings.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training on food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Florida Community Collage
Wauchula, FLSkills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Food preparation
- Quality control
- Meal preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen management
- Food pairing
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Cost control
- Sauce making
- Waste reduction
- Pastry skills
- Nutrition
- Ordering supplies
- Plating techniques
- Menu development
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Food handling safety
- Ingredient knowledge
- Labor management
- Health and safety compliance
- Task delegation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Stock management
- Temperature control
- Food allergy awareness
- Food safety
- Baking techniques
- Sanitation standards
- Cooking
- Inventory replenishment
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Restaurant operations
- Performance improvement
- Inventory oversight
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Dish preparation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Kathy's Kitchen
01.2026 - 02.2026
Cleaning
Nuhope Elderly Care Services
03.2025 - Current
Cook/Kitchen Manager
Pioneer Restaurant
03.2008 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
South Florida Community Collage