John Williams
New York
Summary
Dependable kitchen team member skilled in managing cleaning and sanitation duties for high-volume kitchens. Complies with health code requirements and good practices to protect customers. Reliable worker with flexible schedule and willingness to learn and help others.
Motivated construction laborer committed to learning and implementing skilled trades and meeting customer needs. Follows instructions and leads others with equal proficiency. Cultivates productive working relationships and instills confidence and trust.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Porter/Line Helper/FOH Team Member
Guardian
New York
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to manage kitchen workflow efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
Kitchen Porter
Jitjatjo
New York
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas throughout service hours.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation and ingredient organization.
- Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness of utensils and plates.
Dishwasher/Porter
Maison Sun
New York
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Dishwasher
Meet Resident
New York
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
- Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
Dishwasher
Smoke Jazz Club
New York
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
Prep Dishwasher
Momofuku
New York
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
Baldor
New York
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Warehouse
- Shrink wrap an average of 200-250 pallets
- Ensure Pallets are properly wrapped
- Help maintain a clean working environment
Line Cook
220 CPS Jean George, Bar & Grill
New York
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated dedication and work ethic through consistent attendance and top-level performance
- (Porter)
- Chosen to lead a team of 4 employees in a kitchen establishment, maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience
- (Steward Supervisor)
- Earned a promotion from a entry-level position to a line cook
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day
- (Line Cook)
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports
Kitchen Porter
43 Bar & Grill
New York
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.(Porter)
- Followed chef prep lists and last-minute orders to help the team meet customer needs.(Prep)
- Processed incoming deliveries, rotated stock and put away new heavy items in correct locations.(Receiver)
- Delivered exceptional customer service in all interactions to promote satisfaction and maintain company loyalty
- (Deliveries
Education
GED -
Wadleigh Secondary School for The Performing & Visual Arts
New York, NY04.2013
Skills
- Food safety standards
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen workflow optimization
- Time management
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Work ethic
- Quick decision making
Timeline
Porter/Line Helper/FOH Team Member
Guardian
04.2025 - Current
Kitchen Porter
Jitjatjo
10.2024 - Current
Dishwasher/Porter
Maison Sun
02.2024 - 12.2024
Dishwasher
Meet Resident
08.2022 - 02.2024
Dishwasher
Smoke Jazz Club
07.2022 - 09.2022
Prep Dishwasher
Momofuku
03.2022 - 08.2022
Baldor
10.2021 - 01.2022
Line Cook
220 CPS Jean George, Bar & Grill
10.2019 - 03.2020
Kitchen Porter
43 Bar & Grill
10.2016 - 09.2018
GED -
Wadleigh Secondary School for The Performing & Visual Arts
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