Desmond Johnson
Baltimore City
Summary
Motivated and reliable service technician and cook with hands-on experience in kitchen maintenance, plumbing, and food service operations. Skilled in troubleshooting, safety compliance, and team collaboration. Strong work ethic and commitment to quality service with the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Santoni’s
Glyndon
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items following Santoni's recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Adapted recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences at Santoni's.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Cook/Inventory Manager
McDonogh High School
Baltimore City
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared and served daily meals for students and staff, maintaining consistent food quality and portion control.
- Managed food and supply inventory, tracked deliveries, and maintained organized storage areas.
- Ensured full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning and collaborated with team members to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Prepared daily meals following menu guidelines and nutritional standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Operated cooking equipment safely, including ovens, grills, and fryers.
Machine Operator
B&O Railroad Museum
Baltimore
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated machinery for maintenance and restoration of historic railroad equipment.
- Assisted in assembling and disassembling components for exhibits and displays.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported any malfunctions to supervisors.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Cashier
Mc Donald’s
Baltimore City
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and dining space.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and answered product inquiries.
- Handled cash, credit, and mobile payments accurately during peak hours.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies and reporting shortages to management.
- Provided friendly customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
Education
Plumbing -
City of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 03.2024 - 03.2024
High School -
Carver Vocational-Technical High School
Baltimore City, MDSkills
- Plumbing Installation & Repair
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation & Safety Compliance
- Team Collaboration & Time Management
- Grilling
- Order prioritization
- Creative plating
- Surface cleaning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Health and safety compliance
- Efficient communication
- Team collaboration
- Cooking equipment operation
Timeline
Cook
Santoni’s
12.2025 - Current
Plumbing -
City of Baltimore
03.2024 - 03.2024
Cook/Inventory Manager
McDonogh High School
09.2023 - 12.2024
Machine Operator
B&O Railroad Museum
05.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier
Mc Donald’s
04.2019 - 06.2020
High School -
Carver Vocational-Technical High School