Mortell Johnson
Springfield
Summary
Diligent Warehouse Associate offering 15 years of comprehensive industry experience. Adept at loading and unloading trucks, shipping and receiving and order picking and packing. Reliable and safety-conscious with excellent freight labeling capabilities.
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in meal preparation and cooking processes to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean workspace.
- Learned various cooking techniques by shadowing experienced chefs.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food service operations.
Shipping and Receiving
Alpha
02.2021 - 06.2025
- Worked with colleagues to explain shipping and receiving processes, establishing sound knowledge of terminal procedures among facility staff.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth shipping and receiving processes.
Cook
Red Robin
2016 - 2024
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and customer preferences.
- Supported the team during peak hours by managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Cook
Hooters
2011 - 2018
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Organized ingredients and supplies for optimal workflow during busy shifts.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies to support daily operations.
Cook
TA Truckstop
2009 - 2011
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Shipping and Receiving
USPS, United States Postal Service
1998 - 2009
- Ensured accurate shipping and receiving processes for timely delivery of products to customers.
- Verified orders from shipping and receiving documentation to complete accurate transfers.
Education
No Degree -
Heartland Community College
Normal, ILHigh School Diploma -
Richard T Crane High School
Chicago, IL01-1992
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Shipping and receiving procedures
- Shipping and receiving proficiency
Timeline
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
08.2025 - Current
Shipping and Receiving
Alpha
02.2021 - 06.2025
Cook
Red Robin
2016 - 2024
Cook
Hooters
2011 - 2018
Cook
TA Truckstop
2009 - 2011
Shipping and Receiving
USPS, United States Postal Service
1998 - 2009
No Degree -
Heartland Community College
High School Diploma -
Richard T Crane High School
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