John O'Brien
Brooklyn
Summary
Experienced and reliable line cook with strong sense of urgency looking for environment to learn, grow, and further develop and refine skills needed to perform culinary excellence. Spent many hours preparing and cooking variety of dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment. Utilizes effective time management and multitasking skills to ensure efficient meal preparation. Knowledge of maintaining food safety standards and creating positive team atmosphere. Diligent and reliable with solid background in culinary techniques and kitchen operations. Demonstrated ability to execute menu items with precision and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. Proven track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Keens Steakhouse
West 36th Street, NYC
02.2023 - 10.2025
- Started in the pantry section. Was promoted down the line, eventually able to work all sections of the line. This includes pantry, saute, broiler, and expediting.
- Able to prepare meat and fish to proper temperature while under pressure of high volume environment. Keens is often very busy, could expect 600-700 covers on an average day.
- Selected for training and working on private events and parties. All hor'durves were prepped in house. Organization and time management were critical.
- Trained and worked in the butcher section of the steakhouse, cleaning, trimming, and organizing meats, as well as following the dry aging process. Also handled and prepared poultry and seafood items.
- Often worked 6 days a week, most shifts over 9 hours.
Head Baker
Shelskys Bagels
Brooklyn, NY
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Led daily production of bagels, ensuring adherence to quality standards and recipes. This includes in house production as well as outgoing wholesale orders.
- Mentored junior bakers, fostering skill development and operational efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing ingredient usage and reducing waste.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain consistent ingredient supply for production needs.
- Worked 7 days for extended month long periods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Don Bosco Prep
Ramsey, NJ06-2010
Skills
- Reliable
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Sense of Urgency
- Cleaning and organization
- Team Oriented
- Strong Communication Skills
- Focused Under Pressure
- Accustomed to Fast Paced, High Volume Environments
Certification
- ServSafe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Line Cook
Keens Steakhouse
02.2023 - 10.2025
Head Baker
Shelskys Bagels
06.2020 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Don Bosco Prep