John J. Gorrick, Jr.
Pittston
Summary
Reliable CDL A Driver known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in route planning, safety compliance, and vehicle maintenance, ensuring smooth operations on every journey. Excel in time management, adaptability, and problem-solving, making effective decisions under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Self-Starter. Strong Problem Solver. History of Job Stability. Solid References.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6013
6013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CDL-A DRIVER
Fastenal Company
Jessup
05.2025 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Delivered products efficiently to various customer locations daily.
Executive Chef
Metz Culinary Management
Wilkes Barre
05.2023 - 05.2025
- In charge of all aspects of set up and execution of all new kitchen operations, food and labor costs, including hiring/firing of staff, sanitation, ordering and inventory control.
Sous Chef
Mt Airy Casino & Resort
Mt. Pocono
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Assisted Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations, including food and labor costs, sanitation, ordering and inventory control.
- Set up of BOH and FOH menu study guides and recipe books.
- Assisted in set up and execution of all new kitchen operations.
Assistant General Manager/Kitchen Manager
Damon’s
Pittston
11.2006 - 08.2007
- Introduced marketing projects that increased revenues and profits.
- Increased profits by effectively restructuring kitchen operations.
- Monitor high standard sanitation practice throughout entire establishment.
- In charge of training new employees, including delegating tasks and auditing performance.
- Exceptional ability to expedite and jump back into line at various intervals.
Assistant General Manager
Damon’s
Raleigh
01.2006 - 10.2006
- Introduced marketing projects that increased revenues and profits.
- Increased profits by effectively restructuring kitchen operations.
- Monitor high standard sanitation practice throughout entire establishment.
- In charge of training new employees, including delegating tasks and auditing performance.
- Exceptional ability to expedite and jump back into line at various intervals.
Education
CDL Drivers Course -
Fortis Institute
Forty Fort, PaA.O.S. - Degree in the Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NYH.S. Diploma -
Scranton High School
Scranton, PaSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Compliance assurance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Time management
- Safety protocols
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Adherence to regulations
- Safe driving practices
- Route planning expertise
- Emergency response readiness
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Air brake operation
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Logbook maintenance
- Load securement
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Clean MVR
- Invoice verification
- Weather awareness
References
- Brian Maloney, Owner, Damon’s Grill, Raleigh, NC, 570-815-8895
- Mark Pajalich, Pennsylvania State Police (Ret), Moosic, PA, 570-650-5016
- Thomas Smith, President, BAC Local 5, Harrisburg, PA, 717-307-5226
Timeline
CDL-A DRIVER
Fastenal Company
05.2025 - Current
Executive Chef
Metz Culinary Management
05.2023 - 05.2025
Sous Chef
Mt Airy Casino & Resort
09.2007 - 05.2008
Assistant General Manager/Kitchen Manager
Damon’s
11.2006 - 08.2007
Assistant General Manager
Damon’s
01.2006 - 10.2006
CDL Drivers Course -
Fortis Institute
A.O.S. - Degree in the Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
H.S. Diploma -
Scranton High School