Joshua Johnson
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Culinary professional known for high standards and exceptional results in kitchen. Extensive experience in preparing and presenting diverse dishes. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility, ensuring consistent quality and innovation in every meal.
Developed exceptional customer service and communication skills in dynamic and fast-paced hospitality environment. Excel at managing guest interactions and ensuring seamless operations while maintaining welcoming atmosphere.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Bova Brick Oven Alternative Restaurant
Simpsonville, SC
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared diverse Italian dishes adhering to menu specifications and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a safe and organized kitchen environment.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items during peak service hours, ensuring timely meal delivery.
Host
Bova Brick Oven Alternative Restaurant
Simpsonville, SC
11.2024 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring positive first impressions.
- Managed reservation system to optimize table turnover and guest flow.
- Coordinated with kitchen and service staff to ensure seamless dining experience.
- Addressed guest inquiries and concerns, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Trained new hosts on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fountain Inn Highschool
Fountain Inn, SC05-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking proficiency
- Effective time management
- Adaptable to change
- Team player mentality
- Exceptional communication
- Effective communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building relationships
- Team development
- Team motivation
Accomplishments
During my time with Bova Brick Oven Alternative Restaurant, I have received praise on my willingness to work hard under any circumstances and positive feedback from customers and management alike.
I personally built and coached our recreational basketball team and lead us to a number of wins within our league using leadership and organization.
Certification
I am OSHA certified.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Playing Basketball
- Food Tourism
- Music
- Cooking
- Fashion and Style
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Photography
- Running
- Video Gaming
- Team Sports
Extracurricular activities
- Football for highschool
- Recreational Basketball
- Work at Bova Italian Restaurant
- Engaging in community events
Timeline
Cook
Bova Brick Oven Alternative Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
Host
Bova Brick Oven Alternative Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fountain Inn Highschool