Johnny Bishop
Lebanon,Oregon
Summary
I am a very self motivated person, always on task and work well with others, I take a lot of pride in what I do, I am always wanting a new challenge, I have many years of food service experience and have always enjoyed the job
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Bigfoot Grille-J&C Barbeque
Lebanon ,Or
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
- Participated in creating daily specials that showcased creativity while utilizing available inventory effectively.
Line Cook
Pour House Saloon
Keizer, Or
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Material Handler
Bottle Drop
Salem, Or
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
Freight Loader
Home Depot
Salem, Or
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Managed tight deadlines under high-pressure situations without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
Line Cook
Wild Pear
Salem, Or
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
Line Cook
Acme Cafe
Salem, Or
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Kitchen Manager
Red Lion Hotel
Salem, Or
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
- Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Salem High School
Salem, Or06.1989
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Following cooking methods
- Professional Attitude
- Recipe Adherence
Timeline
Line Cook
Bigfoot Grille-J&C Barbeque
05.2023 - 03.2024
Line Cook
Pour House Saloon
01.2022 - 04.2022
Material Handler
Bottle Drop
02.2021 - 12.2021
Freight Loader
Home Depot
07.2020 - 10.2020
Line Cook
Acme Cafe
02.2019 - 09.2019
Line Cook
Wild Pear
09.2017 - 08.2020
Kitchen Manager
Red Lion Hotel
09.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
North Salem High School