Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
I’m interested in cooking, helping with communal meals, supporting events or daily tasks, and learning from different cultures. I enjoy being part of a team, contributing where needed, and connecting
Description
Hello! ,
My name is Johnny. I’m a nomadic artist, chef, and community-centered creator traveling the world through food, culture, and shared experience. For over a decade I’ve cooked for festivals, artist residencies, retreats, and cultural gatherings while working in event production and multimedia arts.
I create meals the way I create art: as communal experiences. I love working with local ingredients, learning regional techniques, and cooking for people as a way to understand a place from the inside out. Along the way, I’ve cooked for communities in Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, India, Laos, and across the United States.
Right now, I’m traveling as part of my long-term project called SaiTera—a global dinner experiment exploring how food connects people across cultures and time zones. I’m seeking Workaway opportunities where I can contribute through cooking, helping with events, assisting with community projects, or supporting general tasks around a home or space.
I’m adaptable, calm, reliable, and genuinely curious about how people live. My goal is simple: cook good food, learn deeply, exchange culture, and help create a sense of home wherever I land.
Feel free to reach out—I’m always happy to chat or answer questions.
Warm regards,
Johnny
Highlights Below; Resume and CV Available upon request.
______________________________________________________________________________Chef (10yrs, self taught)
- Cooking for small and large groups
- Working with local ingredients and adapting to regional cuisines
- Preparing simple, nourishing meals or creative, cultural dishes
- Keeping a clean, organized, efficient kitchen
As an Event Professional - (15yrs, Corporate, Community and Non-Profit Clients)
- Supporting setup, hosting, and logistics
- Basics of lighting, sound, and creating atmosphere
- Helping with photos, documentation, or creative tasks
- Comfortable in fast-paced environments and communal projects
Presence
- Calm, adaptable, and reliable
- Easy to live and work with
- Curious, respectful, and community-minded
Interests
Drawing & painting
History
Photography
Blogging
Hiking
Nature
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Performing arts
Van life
Writing
Technology
Team sports
Self development
Outdoor activities
Music
Mountain
Farming
DIY & crafts
Events & social
Cooking & food
Culture
Books
Carpentry
Camping
Beach
Astronomy
Art & design
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Hospitality/Tourism
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
Culinary
- Cooking for groups & hosting communal dinners
- Experience with pop-up events and cultural meals
- Creative menus, efficient prep, and clean kitchen flow
Event Production & Tech
- Background in museums, theaters, hotels, and universities
- Skilled in audio, video, lighting, and event logistics
- Comfortable supporting concerts, talks, workshops, and performances
Design & Documentation
- Photography and simple video
- Posters, menus, brochures, and visual materials
- Storytelling and capturing community moments
Movement & Physical Skills
- Boxing and Muay Thai basics
- Able to teach technique, conditioning, and mindfulness
- Comfortable with physical work and long days
Personal Qualities
- Calm, adaptable, and reliable
- Easy to live with, respectful, and community-minded
- Quick learner, problem solver, and strong communicator
Age
35
What else ...
In general, I love the strategy and learning about how people can take complex situations and create elegant solutions.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
ShellfishSpecial dietary requirements
