Rachel Johnstone
Idyllwild
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented culinary professional with extensive experience. Proven expertise in food preparation and safe food handling, complemented by exceptional customer service skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Atomic Cow Creamery
07.2023 - 09.2025
- Prepared meats and vegetables by slicing them.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchenware and utensils.
- Baked a variety of cookies.
- Maintained cleanliness of grill and panini press.
- Verified correct temperatures for food storage and service.
- Maintained cleanliness of prep stations and slicing equipment.
- Managed phone inquiries with professionalism.
- Managed catering order intake and preparation.
- Crafted high-quality espresso beverages.
- Crafted a variety of sandwiches and burgers.
Busser
Gastrognome Restaurant
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Welcomed guests and guided them to their seats.
- Processed phone reservations promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Ensured tables were stocked with bread and water.
- Maintained cleanliness of tables.
- Take out trash
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Handled customer orders at both counter and drive-thru.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes.
- Prepared various types of coffee beverages.
- Prepared and served McFlurries efficiently.
- Produced high-quality baked goods.
- Assisted with kitchen tasks as required.
Shift Lead
Popeyes
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted training sessions for newly hired employees.
- Handled order requests promptly.
- Performed routine maintenance on fryers to ensure optimal functionality.
- Ensured raw chicken was properly cleaned and prepped.
- Performed battering and frying tasks for chicken.
- Coordinated and assembled customer orders.
- Managed complaint resolution and refund processing.
- Ensured accurate cash count and deposited funds in safe.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant premises.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
Barback
Miramonte Winery
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Cleared and reset tables efficiently.
- Organized glass pit.
- Maintained cleanliness and luster of all glass items.
- Organized wine inventory to ensure efficient stock management.
- Executed food orders.
- Sanitized restroom facilities.
- Help with events
Crew Member
Firebirds Chicken
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Processed customer requests efficiently.
- Ensured lobby remained tidy and welcoming.
- Managed processing of online orders.
- Crafted a variety of sauces.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
Cashier
Lorna's Italian Kitchen
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed phone inquiries with professionalism.
- Handled order requests promptly.
- Coordinated online order fulfillment.
- Coordinated catering services and managed reservations.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant premises.
- Coordinated delivery schedules.
Crew Member
Taco Bell
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Processed customer requests efficiently
- Executed cooking tasks.
- Prepared a variety of coffee beverages.
- Ensured cleanliness of all kitchenware.
- Ensured sanitary conditions by regularly cleaning restaurant areas.
- Managed vegetable preparation tasks.
- Created salsa from scratch.
Crew Member
Burgerville
03.2012 - 02.2013
- Coordinated outreach initiatives to strengthen community ties.
- Ensured accurate cash drawer count and safe deposit.
- Traveled with food truck to various events, preparing meals on-site.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas.
- Assisted in assembling customer orders.
- Transform spaces with holiday-themed decor.
Education
GED -
Tri-county Community College
Murphy, NCSkills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Food preparation
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handlers
Timeline
Prep Cook
Atomic Cow Creamery
07.2023 - 09.2025
Busser
Gastrognome Restaurant
06.2023 - 09.2023
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2022 - 06.2023
Shift Lead
Popeyes
06.2022 - 09.2022
Barback
Miramonte Winery
02.2022 - 05.2022
Crew Member
Firebirds Chicken
01.2021 - 12.2021
Cashier
Lorna's Italian Kitchen
09.2019 - 03.2020
Crew Member
Taco Bell
03.2013 - 03.2014
Crew Member
Burgerville
03.2012 - 02.2013
GED -
Tri-county Community College