Gage Johnston
Dallas-Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving within multi-unit coffee companies. Skilled in project coordination, team leadership, and innovative solution development. Committed to creating green sourcing, roasted coffee, and beverage programs that elevate the brand, business, and industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Coffee
White Rhino Coffee
2021.10 - Current
- Built roasting plant operation to sustain 1MM pounds of roasted coffee per year.
- Primary objectives: green sourcing, roasted profiles, quality control, education and training, new store development, beverage menu updates and KPI tracking, and growth/budget projections.
- Creating and implementing seasonal offerings for all beverage, coffee, and tea across 11 units.
- Worked closely with C-Suite and Executive Director to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
Director of Coffee and Quality
Nostalgia Coffee Roasters
2019.08 - 2021.07
- Brought subject matter expertise to a startup coffee company including roasting, equipment, barista skills, and product development.
- Assisted in developing the "Brew Bag" with new techniques in grind size and dose optimization for a lower bottom line and better flavor profile.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
Green Coffee Processing Intern
Frinj Coffee
2021.05 - 2021.07
Shop/Warehouse Manager & Specialty Beverages
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
2017.01 - 2019.08
- Retail shop management
- Wholesale account management
- Production warehouse management
- Specialty beverage development and implementation
- Cold Brew RTD can development and implementation with America's Best Cold Brew award, and a 92 point score on the RTD can.
Education
Physics
Saddleback College
High School Diploma -
Summerville High School
Skills
- HACCP/GMP/SQF
- SCA, CQI
- Business Planning
- Project Management
- Budget Control
- Operations Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Organizational Development
- Strategies and Goals
- Creativity and Innovation
- General Ledger Accounting
- Inventory Control
Accomplishments
- 10+ 90-point and higher coffees on Coffee Review.
- 2018 America's Best Cold Brew
- Developed and implemented over 100 roast profiles across 6 years of roasting operation management.
Certification
- Certified National LAC Judge, U.S. Coffee Championships/SCA
- OSHA First Aid/AED/CPR
- Food Safety Manager
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Director of Coffee
White Rhino Coffee
2021.10 - Current
Green Coffee Processing Intern
Frinj Coffee
2021.05 - 2021.07
Director of Coffee and Quality
Nostalgia Coffee Roasters
2019.08 - 2021.07
Shop/Warehouse Manager & Specialty Beverages
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
2017.01 - 2019.08
Physics
Saddleback College
High School Diploma -
Summerville High School
- Certified National LAC Judge, U.S. Coffee Championships/SCA
- OSHA First Aid/AED/CPR
- Food Safety Manager
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