Brian Johnson
Baudette,Minnesota
Summary
Accomplished restaurant owner and manager with a proven track record. Enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Expert in food handling and presentation, coupled with exceptional leadership and customer service skills. Achieved significant cost savings through meticulous inventory management. Passionate about fostering team growth and maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
218 Tavern
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Deli/Bakery Manager
Lake of the Woods Foods
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines and regulations.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Managed inventory and reduced waste, resulting in cost savings for the bakery.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in repeat business.
- Established and maintained relationships with suppliers to procure quality ingredients and equipment.
- Collaborated with other department managers to develop cross-promotional strategies that boosted overall store revenue.
Owner
Rosalie's Restaurant
05.2005 - 04.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Management
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MNSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Portion control
- Food handler certification
- Event catering
- Menu planning
- Fine dining
- Operations management
- Time management
- Payroll system implementation
- Year-end procedures
- New hire processing
- Maintaining employee records
- Recordkeeping skills
- Bookkeeping skills
- Tax compliance
- Payroll tax filings
Certification
- Food Protection Manager Certification - ServSafe National Restaurant Association.
Timeline
Cook
218 Tavern
08.2023 - Current
Deli/Bakery Manager
Lake of the Woods Foods
05.2022 - Current
Owner
Rosalie's Restaurant
05.2005 - 04.2022
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Management
Northwest Technical College
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