BRIAN CULLEN
Port Douglas,QLd
Summary
COOK|3+YEARS EXPERIENCE|GRILL, LARDER,HIGH VOLUME SERVICE
Driven cook with three years of experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens. Strong foundation in food preparation, hygiene, and teamwork. Passionate about continuous education and refining culinary techniques. Brings adaptable and positive energy to every kitchen environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Pj O’Breins
Melbourne, Vic
11.2025 - Current
- Maintained high-quality dish production, emphasizing food safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Daily preparation of mise en place for larder and grill sections streamlined operations.
- Produced an array of breads and desserts for daily menu selection.
- Fostered teamwork by training and mentoring new kitchen staff, improving workflow.
Stagiaire
Mara
Waterford
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Gained exposure to professional kitchen systems, enhancing culinary skills and techniques.
- Prepared daily dishes, including stocks, sauces, desserts, and mise en place for diverse menu items.
- Contributed to service periods by preparing canapés, appetizers, and meat/fish courses for tasting menu.
- Rotated through kitchen sections to maximize training and develop comprehensive understanding of operations.
- Gained knowledge in balancing flavors and reasoning for use of ingredients in dishes.
English Teacher
EMG Education
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Planned and delivered engaging English language lessons for primary and secondary students.
- Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills applicable across various industries.
Lead Line Cook
The Phat Cow
Waterford, Ireland
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Executed mise en place for protein, vegetable preparation, and sauce production.
- Oversaw grill section, preparing and serving burgers, wings, fries, and weekly specials.
- Managed stock levels for walk-in fridge and dry storage to ensure availability.
- Coordinated deliveries and conducted weekly produce shopping to maintain inventory.
- Checked and controlled HACCP compliance to ensure food safety standards.
Line Cook
The Phat Cow
Waterford, Ireland
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Executed mise en place for protein, vegetable prep, and sauce production.
- Prepared and served burgers, wings, and fries in grill section, developed weekly specials.
- Managed stock levels in walk-in fridge and dry storage to ensure availability.
- Coordinated deliveries and conducted weekly produce shopping to maintain freshness.
- Monitored HACCP compliance to uphold food safety standards.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Creative Music Production
IADT Dun Laoirghe
Dublin, Ireland 09.2016 - 05.2019
Knife Skills
Dublin Cookery School
Dublin, Ireland 02.2019 - 03.2019
Skills
- Grill cooking
- Food preparation
- Food safety handler (SITXFSA005)
- Professional kitchen systems
- Dessert production
- Highly organised
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Professional attitude
- Active listener
- Team collaboration
References
- Arpit Pawha, Head chef, Pj O’Breins,Melbourne, Australia,
+61 416 199 939
- Luis H Martin, Head Chef/Owner, Mara, Michelin Guide Restaurant, Waterford, Ireland
+353 894259696, Info@marawaterford.com
- Max Emiliano, The Phat Cow, Waterford, Ireland, +353 870617515, @thephatcow
Timeline
Line Cook
Pj O’Breins
11.2025 - Current
Stagiaire
Mara
08.2025 - 10.2025
English Teacher
EMG Education
09.2023 - 06.2025
Lead Line Cook
The Phat Cow
06.2022 - 06.2023
Line Cook
The Phat Cow
05.2019 - 12.2020
Knife Skills
Dublin Cookery School
02.2019 - 03.2019
Bachelors Degree - Creative Music Production
IADT Dun Laoirghe
09.2016 - 05.2019